The Upper Room (A\mama Ruby Novel Ser. #1)

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Synopsis: The &“magnificent, funny, and terrifying&” debut novel from the New York Times bestselling author of God Don&’t Like Ugly (The San Francisco Chronicle). Mama Ruby&’s known for taking things that aren&’t rightfully hers, like her best friend&’s stillborn infant, who she brought back to life and christened Maureen. She&’s also rumored to have done away with her husband. Some fear her, others try their best to avoid her. But Mama Ruby doesn&’t pay them any mind. Not when she&’s got the one gift God gave her—her precious baby girl. But growing up with a mama like Ruby is enough to make any half-sane girl wish for something—anything—else. And when Maureen gets the chance to explore the &“real&” world, you can bet she&’s going to take it . . . and run like hell. &“[An] engaging debut novel . . . The dialogue and setting are reminiscent of Zora Neale Hurston, but the story has a bizarre, violent edge la Stephen King . . . a candid portrayal of the cold-blooded yet fascinating Mama Ruby.&” —Publishers Weekly &“A chilling story that is bound to astound Monroe&’s fans.&” —Booklist Praise for Mary Monroe &“An exceptional writer and phenomenal storyteller!&” —Kimberla Lawson Roby, New York Times bestselling author &“A remarkable talent.&” —Chicago Sun-Times &“Monroe is a masterful storyteller.&” —Philadelphia Inquirer