Activist/artist/author Camille Yarbrough tells the story of two best
friends learning to find their inner strength through pride for their
heritage.
Angie's got a lot of worries. For starters, her dad just moved out and
her mom's always sick. Then there's a gang at school that taunts her
about her dark skin and kinky hair. At times it feels like the whole
world is crashing down on her. For Angie, daydreaming is her only
escape. That is until ninety-year-old Cousin Seatta comes to visit and
teaches Angie about a different kind of dreaming . . . the kind slaves
used to do to keep their courage up. Cousin Seatta tells Angie how to
achieve her dreams by speaking up for herself. And as Angie begins to
find her inner strength, she discovers the shimmershine feeling and
gains new respect for her African heritage.
* "A vivid depiction of the troubles facing students in inner-city
schools. A brave book."--Booklist, starred review
"This book is a gem."--Essence