“Kindhearted Thelma, along with her adult son Luke and three elementary school-age sons—Roger, Ray, and Ricky—are soon to be homeless,” writes Lovett. “They are given a chance to leave Detroit’s skid row and start over in Kentucky, where Thelma has family. Highlighting their last few days on Third Street, where the boys frequently shine shoes to earn money, the story focuses on the myriad of unusual characters they are exposed to regularly. They embark on the adventure of their move, full of hope for a fresh start and a determination to improve their lives. Encountering both expected and unexpected obstacles—as well as exploring the humanity of flawed individuals—the story follows them as they adjust from life in the inner city to one in the hills of Appalachia.
“When the adults disappear and the three younger boys find themselves alone in this strange environment, they are forced to rely upon their street savviness and one another for their survival.”
Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Rick Lovett’s enthralling tale is an exciting, yet harrowing story of a struggling family forced to use their wits, fists, and love for one another to survive a cold and harsh world. Inspired by a true story, “All Roads Lead to Third” offers a contrast between urban and rural life in mid-twentieth-century America that is sure to resonate with readers from all walks of life.
Readers who wish to experience this mesmerizing work can purchase “All Roads Lead to Third” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.
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Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. Each title produced by Newman Springs Publishing undergoes every step of the professional publishing process, including editing, layout, cover design, circulation, distribution, and publicity. All titles are made available in both eBook and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally. All manuscripts in any genre are welcome to be submitted for review; If the manuscript meets the necessary criteria and is accepted for publication, Newman Springs Publishing will work closely with the author to bring the book to the retail market for a relatively inexpensive initial investment.
