From the Flood

Set against the backdrop of the 1972 flood caused by Hurricane Agnes, this heartfelt memoir recounts six-year-old Suzie Jones’s family’s tumultuous journey of loss, resilience, and rediscovery. Through her eyes, readers experience a mix of humor, poignancy, and nostalgia as her family rebuilds their lives amid displacement and new communities. The story highlights the unexpected gifts that can emerge even from challenging circumstances, offering a rich and engaging glimpse into life in the 1970s.