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Somebody's Daughter

by Ashley C. Ford

Somebody's Daughter

by Ashley C. Ford

In 'Somebody's Daughter: A Memoir,' Ashley C. Ford opens up about her life growing up in Indiana, marked by the absence of her incarcerated father. Navigating poverty and adolescence, she grapples with complex familial relationships, her own identity, and the deeply-rooted impacts of her father's imprisonment. From the struggles of puberty to facing sexual assault, her longing for guidance reveals painful secrets and sparks a journey towards understanding and healing. Ford's story is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds of family amid life's turmoil.

  • Memoirs
  • Non-Fiction
  • African-American
  • Poverty
  • Survival
  • Incarceration
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