The Ballad of Belle Dorcas by William H. Hooks
The Ballad of Belle Dorcas

William H. Hooks

The Ballad of Belle Dorcas

William H. Hooks with Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)

40 pages first pub 1990 (editions)

nonfiction fantasy emotional medium-paced
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The Ballad of Belle Dorcas by William H. Hooks is a captivating read for anyone drawn to stories of resilience, love, and the unbreakable bonds of family, particularly those who appreciate historical fiction and fantasy elements woven together with a strong, emotional narrative.

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In this mesmerizing African-American tale, a beautiful free-issue girl, Belle Dorcas, seeks out a conjure woman to concoct a spell that will prevent her husband from being sold and sent away by their master. A "first-rate piece of storytelling"--(...

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