The Lucky Ones - by Linda Williams Jackson

Ellis Earl's story is one of hope, resilience, and the power of community in the face of poverty and adversity.

This moving novel, inspired by Robert F.

Kennedy's 1967 "Poverty Tour" of the Mississippi Delta, follows an eleven-year-old boy who dreams of a better life for himself and his family.

With vivid descriptions of rural Mississippi in the 1960s, Linda Williams Jackson brings to life the struggles and triumphs of a tight-knit community fighting against the odds.

Through Ellis Earl's eyes, we see the impact of poverty on a family and the ways in which community can lift people up.

With its richly detailed setting and memorable characters, The Lucky Ones is an inspiring story that will resonate with readers of all ages.