Memphis    by Tara M. Stringfellow Order:  USA  Can Dial, 2022 (2022) Hardcover, e-Book      Reviewed by Barbara Lingens Author Stringfellow says she 'was tired of white Americans telling me and mine what makes this country great. We make this country great. I realized I wanted to write a Black story. hat also means I wanted to write an American one.' Memphis is the result of that impetus, and it pulses with life. Three generations of women are featured: Hazel, Miriam and Joan - and swirling around them are: Gus, Dawn and Mya. Stringfellow weaves their stories in a very nonlinear fashion which, though sometimes a bit confusing, serves to highlight the struggles and strengths of each character. Each woman has a powerful presence that portends survival despite all the serious obstacles that are put before them. The community of women surrounding them is like a chorus, there to help, to console or to celebrate. This is a chronicle of injustice and excellence, a most interesting read. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Contemporary books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews