Book Title I Used To
Cry: The Essence of Essence
Series I Used To
Cry, Book #1
Author E. N.
Hardy
Genre(s) African
American Fiction; Urban Fiction; Coming of Age
Publication Date July 1,
2017
Publisher Hard Pen
Publications; 1st edition
ASIN B06Y4VKX5Y
ISBN-10 0998775401
ISBN-13 978-0998775401
Print Length 245 Pages
Book Blurb
Based on true events, I Used To Cry: The Essence of Essence is an
epic coming of age novel that captivates the reader from beginning to end. An
emotional tale chronicling the life of Essence, a young girl from the streets
of Inkster, Michigan. She had it all. A good home, loving family and friends,
beauty, and brains. When a traumatic turn of events changes her life forever,
Essence is left emotionally crippled with a jaded perception of self, life, and
love. For years her life is in shambles. She finds herself on a path of
destruction fueled by pain, struggling to pick up the pieces. All she wants is
to be loved, and accepted for who she is, but not even she knows the true
answer to that question. Will she ever find what she's looking for? Take this
journey with Essence as she discovers the true essence of herself.
My Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
My Review
This book was absolutely very well written. Author E.N. Hardy is
definitely talented with the pen. This book had me glued to the pages, it was very
hard to put down. The more I read, the more I want to continue because I just
had to know what was going to happen next. How was she going to deal with this
or that? What was she going to be up against next? This book had me thinking
about my own past & recent encounters that I’ve had to deal with myself.
Essence endured so much throughout her life, having traumatic events
one after another. I felt so bad for her, yet I respected her so much more
because every time she got knocked down, she kept right on pushing despite her
odds. Being subconscious about her weight and having low self-esteem is so relatable
to many females, especially young ladies, in today’s world.
Although this story was heartbreaking, it was also inspiring,
motivational and it sent me on a rollercoaster of emotions. I laughed, smiled,
cried, got angry & frowned while reading this book. I’m so glad the author
was able to tell her story because it will help inspire and motivate young ladies
to keep pushing forward, no matter what they go through. To help them see their
self-worth & build the confidence that they need to endure anything that
comes their way. My 15yr old daughter is actually reading this book!
I highly recommend that everyone should read this book. You will
not be disappointed. It's just that great! September is not getting here fast
enough! I can’t wait to see what’s to come! Go buy this book, read it &
leave your review!
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E. N. Hardy
E. N. Hardy was born and raised in Inkster, Michigan. Writing
became a passion for her at a very young age, as an outlet, and as a means to
deal with trying circumstances. She loves to write poetry, erotica, and in her
own words "emotional fiction." The only thing that matters to her is
the way you "feel" after reading her work. She enjoys a career in
healthcare education, and does lots of reading in her spare time. Her all-time
favorite author is V. C. Andrews, with Frank McCourt being a very close second.
In 2012, she began working on her debut novel I Used To Cry: The Essence of
Essence. She currently resides in the Metro Detroit area with her husband and
four children.
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