When Stars Rain Down

Set in the 1930s in Parsons, Georgia, When Stars Rain Down follows eighteen-year-old Opal Pruitt, a Black housekeeper grappling with the looming threat of the Ku Klux Klan in her small Southern town. As she navigates her upcoming 18th birthday and the annual Founder’s Day celebration, Opal faces the complexities of love and community amidst the harsh realities of racism. Torn between her feelings for two young men and her family's values, she clings to hope for change in a world that forces her to confront its dark past. This poignant tale intertwines personal and societal struggles, making it a compelling exploration of resilience and faith.