Staying the Course
Staying the Course by Bette Pratt, published by Westbow Press on October 27, 2020, is a fiction work that follows the journey of Joel, who faces significant challenges after being thrown out of his home by his father. The narrative begins with Joel’s struggle to connect with his family, particularly his father, and highlights his relationships with his sister Leslie and his aunt. As he navigates life outside his family home, Joel is also focused on his academic pursuits, working on his PhD thesis while teaching at the university.
Readers will find a portrayal of Joel’s life as he adapts to new circumstances, including settling into an apartment provided by his grandfather. The story introduces key characters such as Jenni, a local TV reporter, and Evangelyn, a doctor at the hospital, who play important roles in Joel’s evolving life. This edition spans 280 pages and is presented in English, offering a detailed exploration of personal growth and the complexities of familial relationships.
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Joel is the main character. The book starts with his dad throwing him out of the house bodily because he has tried again to give his testimony to his dad. His sister, Leslie is able to collect his things and throws them out the window to him. He spends the night with his aunt and her next door neighbor is an acquaintance of Joel’s from high school. Jenni is a reporter for a local TV station.
Joel is working on his PhD thesis as well as teaching at the university where he will graduate from in December. Later, after Joel has settled in an apartment supplied by his paternal granddad, Joel meets Evangelyn who is a doctor at the local hospital.
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