'Nowhere Is a Place' traces the tumultuous lineage and poignant family bonds of an African American family. Guided by the complex relationship between Sherry and her mother, Dumpling, the narrative delves deep into past secrets as they journey to a family reunion. The roadmap of this voyage reveals more than mere geographical sites—it uncovers the trials, triumphs, and unyielding resilience of their ancestors. During a trip rippled with discoveries, Sherry confronts the slap of a long-ago summer's day and threads together the fractured history of survival and joy that define her heritage. With Bernice L. McFadden's poignant prose, this saga weaves a fabric of narrative that stretches from slavery to contemporary life, exploring the essence of family, identity, and the indelible imprint of the past on the present.