by Ann B. Ross
Part of Miss Julia, book 7
First published 2007
Miss Julia faces her biggest battle yet when Hazel Marie's uncle Brother Vernon Puckett arrives in town with explosive accusations. He questions whether Little Lloyd is truly the son of Miss Julia's late husband, throwing the entire estate into jeopardy. The boy's inheritance hangs in the balance as Puckett's claims threaten everything Miss Julia has worked to secure for the child she has come to love as her own. She must gather evidence to prove Little Lloyd's legitimate claim while navigating the chaos that Brother Vernon brings to their small Southern community. With her characteristic determination and wit, Miss Julia prepares to defend the boy against this unexpected assault on his birthright. The stakes have never been higher as she discovers that protecting family means fighting harder than she ever imagined possible.
Genres: mystery, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: family-drama, found-family
Setting: Southern Community
306 pages · Paperback · Penguin Publishing Group