After rising from poverty to earn two Ivy League degrees, an Appalachian lawyer pays tribute to the strong 'hill women' who raised and inspired her, and whose values have the potential to rejuvenate a struggling region.
What The Reviewers Say
Alice Cary,
BookPage
... a quietly moving, powerful memoir in which Chambers shares her family’s story while praising the fortitude, intelligence and strength of Appalachian women.
Chris Hewitt,
The Star Tribune
In this engaging memoir, Cassie Chambers honors her eastern Kentucky mountain roots.
Publishers Weekly
... powerful.
Cassandra Smith,
Booklist
In this poignant, fascinating, and heartwarming memoir, Chambers pays tribute to her granny, mother, and aunt, the 'Hill Women' whose strength and passion propelled Chambers to earn two Ivy League degrees.