How could a man refuse to attend his own mother's funeral? When Mr. K reveals his decision, he astounds the high-society guests at New York's Tiffany Estate. They lean in to listen as he shares a story of damaged family ties. As a respected community figure, Mr. K defends his stance through flashbacks, addressing the guests' bold questions. Their divided reactions prompt a deeper reflection on the saying, "A mother’s love is infinite," as the narrative exposes startling elements of Kanan's journey from Cameroon to the US, via France.

 

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This novella, based on true events, plunges readers into intense dialogue and turmoil. It challenges them to dissect the complexities of a son's innocent affection, a mother's selfishness and internalized racism, and the resulting drama of broken relationships.

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Will the guests' initial shock hold as they learn the full story?

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