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When Virginia “Ginny” Carmichael, a nurse in Atlanta, Georgia, flees from her wealthy and abusive partner, Jacob Hudson, with their young daughter, she knew it would be no easy task. Jacob is not only obsessed with her but also very manipulative, easily convincing those who care to listen that he is a loving, caring partner and father. Ginny’s final destination is Las Vegas, where she intends to meet her estranged mother, with whom she has not been in contact for decades. Predictably, and to her terror, Jacob might be on her heels. However, along the way, Ginny meets unexpected kindness, which will play a vital role in getting her through what lies ahead and set her on a path of healing and true love. What exactly awaits Ginny? Find out in Second Chance Highway (A Sequel) by Lori Keesey.
If you are looking for a literary novel flavored with drama, gritty realism, suspense, and a poignant tale of family reunion, Second Chance Highway by Lori Keesey is a must-read. Keesey draws readers into the troubled world of the cast with intimate, deliberate prose. I quickly connected with Ginny, and her pain, joy, fear, and thoughts. Her plight displays the struggles women go through at the hands of powerful, predatory men. Also, as each of her family members’ stories comes to light, we see how complex family relations are. While no one deserves abuse, trauma, or any form of neglect, the sad truth is that most people act out of their experiences with the same, and often, these experiences shape their personalities and future. From Ginny’s mother to her aunt and husband, each of them carries different variations of trauma, which have influenced who they currently are. In this page-turner, Keesey weaves a compelling tale of healing, redemption, forgiveness, friendship, and hope.
