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If Sons Then Heirs sheds light on a uniquely American largely untold story of African American land ownership the outmigration from the South racial violence and the consequences of past decisions on present realities

After World War II Needham family members migrated north to Philadelphia from South Carolina leaving behind the tragic injustice surrounding the violent death of their patriarch King His devoted widow Selma remains on the old home place Over the years she raises Kings children including his greatgrandson Rayne on whom falls the responsibility to bring the family together to save the family land and mend the rift between him and his mother

Rayne and the other vividly drawn characters face challenges big and small that mirror the experiences of families everywhere But in the masterful storytelling of Lorene Cary so distinct and unique are their voices that they will live in the minds of listeners long after the books conclusion If Sons Then Heirs is a tour de force that explores the power of family secrets bonds and love This gripping novel is certain to be on the mustread lists of all who enjoy brilliantly rendered stories of family love and American history