The party of my dreams would include all of the famous women
from history, who have inspired me with their stories. Some have used their
sexuality to change the world. Others have broken the rules of society,
successfully dominated in a man’s world, or shown bravery and courage in the
face of absolute adversity.
When I’m around positive women, I feel enlightened, uplifted
and invincible. When I’m not around positive women, I always try to remind them
of how powerful our gender is. We are definitely NOT the weaker sex. That said,
I think it would be totally awesome to have a party where all those famous
women I admire could sit back, relax, and share their triumphs, failures, and
life experiences. Here’s what it would look like:
Location: Beach
house in St. Lucia
Guest List: All
the women, past and present, who’ve inspired me.
· Cleopatra
· Rosella Morrow (my grandmother)
· Rosie the Riveter
· Vanessa Williams (I love her personal journey in life)
· Madame C.J. Walker (One of the first black female millionaires)
· Michelle Obama
· Mae Jemison (First black female astronaut)
· Marilyn Monroe
· Harriet Tubman
· Joan of Arc
· Coco Chanel
· Madonna
· BeyoncĂ©
· Queen of Sheba
· Rosella Morrow (my grandmother)
· Rosie the Riveter
· Vanessa Williams (I love her personal journey in life)
· Madame C.J. Walker (One of the first black female millionaires)
· Michelle Obama
· Mae Jemison (First black female astronaut)
· Marilyn Monroe
· Harriet Tubman
· Joan of Arc
· Coco Chanel
· Madonna
· BeyoncĂ©
· Queen of Sheba
Food: Historical
pot luck – Everyone brings their favorite dish from their era in history. I
would bring my husband’s world famous BBQ brisket.
Drink: Beer and
Wine, of course. They’ve been around since ancient times, and they go with
everything!
Why I love Rule
Breakers: First and foremost, I’m one. If we didn’t have rule breakers,
women and blacks might have never been given the right to vote. These women are
symbols of power to me, and I believe women need all the empowerment we can
get. If you could have your own empowerment party, who would you invite?
A dead husband. An unconsummated marriage. She needs an heir. Any man will do.
1061 AD. A sprawling empire rich in gold, resources, and military might dominates West Africa. It’s The Kingdom of Ghana, and it’s at the height of its power.
Twenty-year old Nabeela is grappling with her own power struggle. In order to save her younger sister from their step-brother’s clutches, Nabeela agrees to marry a repulsive African prince and bear him an heir. However, her plans are waylaid when tragedy strikes on her wedding night—her new husband dies—without consummating their marriage.
She must find a replacement to impregnate her immediately. Any man will do—including a drunken soldier her servants find naked taking a bath in a neighboring village. Nabeela holds him captive and coerces him into having sex with her—stealing the one thing he can never get back—his seed.
What she doesn’t know is the soldier is Rafan, Commander of a warring tribe’s royal army, and one of her family’s arch enemies. Eager for revenge, Rafan tracks her down once he’s released. But when these two reunite, they realize their lust for each other is far greater than their disdain.
Enamored by Nabeela’s beauty and bravery, Rafan makes her an offer of marriage, and the promise to help her become queen. He convinces her that they are stronger allies than enemies. Even though they share a commitment to unite, there are others who are determined to destroy them and their plans, including the one person Nabeela would have never suspected. In the end, she’s is forced to choose between her passion and her ambition.
Thank you for hosting me! This was so much fun.
ReplyDeleteChanta, I love your party. What a great group of women! Your book sounds amazing.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so different...it must be an amazing book....lots of success...
ReplyDeleteJean, it certainly is different. I hope readers will enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteWhat a wonderful party! I thoroughly enjoyed your post and wish you much success with your new book!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Paris. I appreciate the kind words. For a longer excerpt, check out The sample on Amazon. Take care!
DeleteThis sounds like such a fun party! I wouldn't mind attending this one myself :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Cara. That is so sweet of you. I Think these ladies are pretty amazing too!
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