The Filling Station by Vanessa Miller
A heart wrenching and hopeful novel from the USA TODAY bestselling author of The American Queen. Two sisters. One unassuming haven. Endless opportunities for grace.
'In a novel that should be required reading, Miller (THE AMERICAN QUEEN) movingly explores the aftermath of racial trauma and how resilient people can open their hearts againRead-alikes exploring Black historical experiences include WHEN STARS RAIN DOWN by Angela Jackson Browne and UNDER THE TULIP TREE by Michelle Shocklee.' * Library Journal Starred Review *
'Miller (THE AMERICAN QUEEN, 2024) doesn't shy away from the hardships the Justices face--racism, unscrupulous developers, sickness-inducing conditions in the rebuilding Greenwood--and Margaret's faith journey is hard-won and convincing. The Tulsa Race Massacre is rarely covered in historical fiction, and this story is an absolutely worthy addition to the genre.' * Booklist Starred Review *
'The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre is, shockingly, little more than a footnote in history--because history has always been written by white men. Miller's book, thankfully, reverses that egregious oversight. By making us live through the eyes of two sisters who that suffered catastrophic loss, we viscerally learn how this vibrant Black community fought devastation with resilience, faith, and grit.' * Jodi Picoult, #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author *
'THE FILLING STATION is a compelling contribution to the understanding of Black Wall Street and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The depth of research, coupled with Vanessa Miller's ability to bring these historical events to life, ensures that these stories are not only remembered but resonate with readers. So many of the names and places come to life in a way that makes me have to stop reading and process the fact that this event actually happened, and it happened in my community to people I have known.' * Michelle Burdex, program coordinator for Greenwood Cultural Center *
'Miller (THE AMERICAN QUEEN, 2024) doesn't shy away from the hardships the Justices face--racism, unscrupulous developers, sickness-inducing conditions in the rebuilding Greenwood--and Margaret's faith journey is hard-won and convincing. The Tulsa Race Massacre is rarely covered in historical fiction, and this story is an absolutely worthy addition to the genre.' * Booklist Starred Review *
'The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre is, shockingly, little more than a footnote in history--because history has always been written by white men. Miller's book, thankfully, reverses that egregious oversight. By making us live through the eyes of two sisters who that suffered catastrophic loss, we viscerally learn how this vibrant Black community fought devastation with resilience, faith, and grit.' * Jodi Picoult, #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author *
'THE FILLING STATION is a compelling contribution to the understanding of Black Wall Street and the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The depth of research, coupled with Vanessa Miller's ability to bring these historical events to life, ensures that these stories are not only remembered but resonate with readers. So many of the names and places come to life in a way that makes me have to stop reading and process the fact that this event actually happened, and it happened in my community to people I have known.' * Michelle Burdex, program coordinator for Greenwood Cultural Center *
Vanessa Miller is a USA TODAY bestselling and award-winning author whose prolific body of work spans over 50 titles that explore deep themes of redemption, resilience, and faith—often spotlighting strong Black women in pivotal moments of history. Vanessa also wears the hats of playwright, motivational speaker, and retreat host, channeling her storytelling gift across multiple creative platforms. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and family. She graduated from Capital University with a degree in Organizational Communication and is currently in a MFA program at Queens University, graduating in 2027. Connect with her online at vanessamiller.com; Facebook: @VanessaMillerAuthor; Instagram: @authorvanessamiller.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781400344123 |
| ISBN 10 | 1400344123 |
| Title | The Filling Station |
| Author | Vanessa Miller |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Thomas Nelson Publishers |
| Year published | 2025-04-24 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
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