Beverly Donofrio Knihy

Entering her fortieth year, Beverly Donofrio, a "lapsed Catholic," inexplicably begins collecting Virgin Mary memorabilia at yard sales. Her search for kitsch, however, soon becomes a spiritual quest, leading her to make a pilgrimage to the holy city of Medjugorje. There, she learns that Mary comes into your life only when pride steps out and receives a bonus: hope. In Looking for Mary, Donofrio offers the universal story about a woman who-in a quest for the Blessed Mother-finds herself.

Trouble began in 1963. I'm not blaming it on President Kennedy's assassination or its being the beginning of the sixties or the Vietnam War or The Beatles. The trouble I'm talking about was my first real trouble, the age-old trouble. The getting in trouble as in Is she in trouble? trouble. As in pregnant. As in the girl who got pregnant in high school. Beverly Ann Donofrio wasn't bad because she hung out with hoods - she was bad because she was a hood.

Set against a backdrop of contemporary issues, this book explores the complexities of human relationships and personal growth. The narrative delves into the lives of multifaceted characters facing challenges that test their resilience and moral compass. Through vivid storytelling, it examines themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of identity, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences and the choices that shape their lives. The author’s insightful prose brings depth to the emotional landscape, making it a compelling read.