Reader Reviews

"5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read! Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024 Verified Purchase This is a great How to book for researching your ancestors and learning your family history. The author also shares the emotions you can experience as you go through this journey. We all owe it to our children and grandchildren and each other (family or not) to learn about our family history and share it with others. One excerpt from the book: "If we fail to pass down our history, share our journey, and uncover the names of our ancestors, we inadvertently embrace the notion that our own worthiness is not deserving of knowledge about our heritage. We resign ourselves to a disconnection from our true identities. In doing so, we leave our children with nothing to grasp as a source of inspiration for progress and advancement..." The more we know about each other, the better we are as a family, neighbors, overall citizens. Absolute must read!"

" 5.0 out of 5 stars History to life Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2024 Verified Purchase The author spent well calculated time researching the history that recaptured the life of forgetting generations. This passionate collection of untold stories of those who lived in sub-plantations unlocked the future for African Americans in small rural areas where the locals leave out the rich heritage of the slaves who planted a life that unspoken community. Sonya, carefully re-cultivated the mind, tilling back the roots for the harvest many feed from today. She provided inspiring artifacts of the forgotten because their legacy was altered when slaveowners changed the power in the names to erase their legacy. The author revived their names through telling transcending invigorating stories. Thank you for this opportunity."

"5.0 out of 5 stars No longer HIStory Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024 Verified Purchase The author takes you on a journey searching for her roots fulfilling her promise made! Really and truly telling HERstory! Planting seeds for anyone wanting to complete and research their lineage! Truly inspired!! "

"5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful, Intriguing, Unforgettable Novel, Amazon Review Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2024 Verified Purchase Sonya’s "The Un-Named: The Search for Sarah Miller" is a gripping and emotionally charged novel that masterfully blends mystery, family dynamics, and personal transformation. The novel delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the impact of past traumas, all enhanced by the author's evocative prose. A standout in the genre, this powerful and unforgettable story is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers and anyone who appreciates a well-told, heartfelt narrative. "

"I know the author personally, and I had no idea she was researching her family history. The book is simply not about her research, but I was shocked to find it made me think about what enslaved people have gone through. It made me think about why the disconnection from our past, but the book also made me think about how great it would be to research my own history. I was truly inspired by the story."