The Moments Between Dreams
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
HBL Note: THE MOMENTS BETWEEN DREAMS by Judith F. Brenner has two key elements that I’m often drawn toward: it is historical fiction about strong women and it takes place in Chicago. But on top of that, it has a bigger mission, which is to draw attention to and raise awareness about intimate partner violence (IPV). Judith said to me that it is just as important that we empower women suffering at the hands of IPV “to seek safety before they leave a relationship” as it is to hold the abusers accountable. In THE MOMENT BETWEEN DREAMS, a Chicago housewife struggles between keeping her children safe from her abusive husband and making sure they are financially provided for and keeping custody of them. Scroll down to read more.
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
From the publisher:
Carol misses red flags about Joe’s need for control before she marries him, dashing her dreams for herself and her family. Trouble escalates after their daughter Ellie is paralyzed by the polio virus and Joe returns from WWII. Carol realizes how brutal waking life can be, and she conceals bruises and protects her children the best she can.
The Moments Between Dreams is a captivating story of a 1940s housewife who conforms to the rulebook of society until Joe pushes her too far. His constant intimidation shrinks Carol’s confidence while she tries to boost Ellie’s. Church-going neighbors in Carol’s tight-knit Polish community are complacent, but Sam, a handsome reporter, stirs up Carol’s zest for life. Despite impossible circumstances, Carol plans a secret escape. Along a risky path, she empowers her daughter to know no limits and teaches her son to stop the cycle of violence and gender discrimination.
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
Book Feature - The Moments Between Dreams by Judith F. Brenner
