In Dana Precious’ first novel “Born Under a Lucky Moon,” (2011 HarperCollins) the printing of the title’s slightly upward skewed first line, “Born Under,” is a sign of what will follow. This clearly autobiographical novel is a roller-coaster family life that stays on track because of their definition of family.
What will be immediately obvious and appealing to West Michigan readers are continual references particularly Muskegon businesses and locations, but also other Michigan cities and colleges. The California references are literally another story.
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