A True Women of Substance

A True Woman of Substance: A Woman's Journey of Sacrifice, Tribulation, and Triumph is an inspirational novel based on true events. Shira Mursalin Bhoge tells the unforgettable story of Sharifa, a determined young woman whose courage and faith carry her from the muddy banks of the Demerara River in Guyana to the bustling streets of New York.

Born into poverty, Sharifa learns survival early. At twelve years old, she's already calculating market profits, negotiating sales, and helping provide ...