Phyllis H Moore

Billy's Story Phyllis H Moore

The opportunity for having her family together is Sabine's dream, a yearning she has long held. Her brother, Billy, also seeks to know his family of origin. They will face their mother, Josephine, together and hold her accountable. Will their childhood yearnings be enough to encourage Josephine to participate in their dream, or will she sabotage their efforts?In a southern tale with characters reminiscent of Fannie Flagg and Sarah Addison Allen, Phyllis Moore weaves a tale with twists and turns in a Texas coastal setting. Sabine's coming of age is filled with events that could only happen in the family dysfunction led by her tortured mother, Josephine. However, Billy and Mrs. Emily are her constants, her grounding influences. Billy especially can accept Josephine's quirks and continue to live his life despite her issues, including murder. Sabine uses him as her mentor and example of how to negotiate the world. Life is never what it seems in the Dunn House. There are secrets, deceit with a long legacy. Josephine is not the only one with a hidden history. Billy has a past also, a past that will rock Sabine to her core, but it might be the answer to her yearning.