Palm Trees In The Storm
Description
Palm Trees In The Storm by Gena West is a powerful and emotional coming-of-age novel about resilience, identity, and finding your inner strength. Set in Ghana, England and America, this deeply moving story follows Jessica Sokari Brown as she faces family expectations, betrayal, and the struggle to carve out her own path in a world that often feels unforgiving.
Jessica’s journey is about more than survival—it’s about learning how to thrive. Just like palm trees bend but don’t break in the fiercest storms, you’ll discover how to stand tall despite life’s challenges. With heart, humor, and unforgettable characters, this novel will captivate and inspire you on your own journey of self-discovery, courage, and transformation.
“A beautifully written story of dreams, resilience and a search for identity.”
—Mick Brown, Author of “The Spiritual Tourist” and “The Nirvana Express”
What You’ll Find inside Palm Trees In The Storm:
- An inspiring heroine—Jessica’s story will make you laugh, cry, and cheer as she fights for her dreams and finds her place in the world.
- Rich cultures and traditions—Explore the beauty of Ghanaian heritage as you follow Jessica’s experiences across continents.
- Universal struggles—Feel the heartbreak and hope of friendships, family bonds, and self-worth.
- Chasing dreams—Rediscover your own passion and embrace what makes you unique.
- Lessons for life, including:
- Trust your instincts and stand up for yourself.
- True friends are the ones who stand by you, no matter what.
- Change and challenges can help you grow into your best self.
EDITORIAL REVIEWS
“A beautifully written debut novel from Gena West- a story of overcoming the odds to succeed in a world of inequality and prejudice. Jessica is as inspiring as she is determined even when faced with insurmountable challenges. Her voice is never diminished as yours won’t be ever again after reading her powerful story.”
—Tania Bryer OBE
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“I was captivated by Jessica’s story from the first page. Gena West masterfully weaves a compelling, touching and riveting narrative.”
—Stephen Dunbar -Johnson, President, International of The New York Times
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“A beautifully written story of dreams, resilience and a search for identity.”
—Mick Brown, Author of “The Spiritual Tourist” and “The Nirvana Express”
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“Gena’s tale of Jessica Sokari Brown is a beautiful story of one young woman’s struggle to be seen and validated as an artist. Gena’s masterful storytelling, and brilliant wordsmithing, allows the reader to truly empathize with Jessica – and see oneself in her story.”
—Princess Sarah Culberson
From The Back Cover – A Glimpse Into Jessica’s Journey
Jessica Sokari Brown, a driven young woman from a privileged West-African family, is brimming with ambition, and believes she has her path all mapped out. But beneath the surface lies a relentless hunger. Her desire to be seen, heard and truly valued as a person and as a dancer becomes a consuming fire. In the elite, predominantly white world of ballet, her passion to stand out pushes her to unimaginable heights. When her ambition collides with the harsh realities of race, culture, and identity, Jessica is thrust into a whirlwind of betrayal, and heartbreak. As the giddy highs of global success give way to devastating losses, she must rebuild from the ashes and find the courage to redefine love, family, and her sense of self. Palm Trees in the Storm is a poignant and powerful tale of resilience and reinvention, offering a vivid exploration of how one woman’s quest to excel against the odds leads her to discover strength and beauty in the unlikeliest places.
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