Critical Praise

"A stunning debut novel."
      — Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer, Top 50 Reviewer

"This is a simple, beautiful story, and if you suffer from anxiety, love someone who does, or just like to be inspired by the human spirit, I suggest you pick up a copy soon."
      — Sarah Widdup for Say What? Savannah Mae Book Reviews

"THE GRACE OF CROWS is a painful but valuable story about how a struggling woman learns the importance of forgiving and helping others and, more importantly, letting them do the same for her."
      — Foreword Reviews

"This is one of those rare novels that elicit every emotion you have available through this author's amazing writing skills."
      — Book Referees

"Let me start with saying one word that describes this book...Beautiful."
      — Hardback Book Hotties

"Shawn's narrative is intriguing, as turns and twists in the plot reveal generational secrets and events that were pushed out of sight and mind, but still impact the present. It is written with a sophisticated understanding of psychological dynamics and personalities."
      — Kerry Methner, PhD, CASA magazine

"I feel Shawn is a very empathetic person who has captured her emotions well and laid them out in a story that we all can learn from."
      — Autumn Blues Reviews

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