The author describes the way the Old South was in the 60’s. It is a book that is hard for me to read as I lived for a time in the south during those years. Even though I was a teenager and we all know how hard teens can be on others, I never thought of the blacks around me as what is described in this book. Maybe it was my mother’s teaching that all people are created equal that this was my point of view. Whatever it was, I’m glad I wasn’t discriminating to others.

The book is a continuation of the story from the first Blanche book. This time, Blanche is on her way to help her friend, Ardell, with her catering business. On the train to get there, Blanche meets a conductor and strikes up a conversation. He tells her he lives close by and they plan on a coffee date.

Arriving at her destination, Blanche is met by Ardell and is taken to a small house where she will be staying. Her mother lives in the same city but there is no way she can live with her mother again or even with Ardell as both are just too different in their habits.

Blanche begins to help with the business by going with Ardell to her next catering gig. During the event, one of the servers is accosted by the brother of the host.

Not to give too much of the book away, if you want to know what happens and how everything turns out, grab a copy for yourself.