The Edge Of Heaven

The Edge Of Heaven by Marita Golden is a fiction novel that takes place in the late 1980’s/ early 1990’s in the nation’s capital Washington D.C. Though the year is inconclusive it is proven by the style of dress mentioned in the early chapters of the novel. The story is told from two perspectives, first person, Teresa who is the main character, and third person narrative Lena who is the mother of Teresa. …

…my Great-grandmother. My only regret is that her role as a caregiver, mother, and provider was not given more attention; because of a lot these great women go without ever receiving a reward for their efforts. Marita Golden uses Ma’Adele to show the other side of African-Americas. She does a great job of illustrating what allows all the families to conquer all obstacles and succeed. It all starts at the foundation with the elders.