An instant classic, beloved New York Times bestselling and
award-winning author Mary Monroe's debut novel The Upper Room
introduced unforgettable, indomitable, and thrillingly scandalous
heroine Mama Ruby. Now this beautifully repackaged edition will
captivate readers old and new.
Mama Ruby's known for taking things that aren't rightfully hers, like
her best friend's stillborn infant, who she brought back to life and
christened Maureen. She's also rumored to have done away with her
husband. Some fear her, others try their best to avoid her. But Mama
Ruby doesn't pay them any mind. Not when she's got the one gift God gave
her--her precious baby girl.
But growing up with a mama like Ruby is enough to make any half-sane
girl wish for something--anything--else. And when Maureen gets the
chance to explore the "real" world, you can bet she's going to take it .
. . and run like hell.