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Lydia Paperback – August 13, 2023

by Faith Noel Augustine (Author, Illustrator), Laura Dragonette (Editor), Kalee Lineberger (Editor)
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In small-town Hendersonville, North Carolina, there is a time and a place for everything. Younger sons decide whether to follow in their father’s footsteps or build their own legacy. Older sons harbor secrets of sin in their pockets. Gossips hide in corners and wait for the stories to unveil themselves. Then, there are folk of a certain kind who do not fit anywhere.
Lydia Grace Abney does not care to wait on that time or that place. She walks through life without any shoes on, dirt on her face, and a passion for saying whatever comes to mind. Some say she gets her classless qualities from being raised with all boys. Others say the devil is doing work in her life and holding her tongue hostage.
But she doesn’t see anything wrong with her inability to keep her mouth shut. Especially when it comes to the ever-growing racism flooding her southern town. She’s willing to fight tooth and nail to stand up for what she believes is right—and one particular act catches the eye of someone rather unexpected.


"Lydia is a charming and rooted telling of a young woman experiencing The Great Depression in the mountains of North Carolina. Filled with humorous banter, heartwarming moments, and harsh reality, it is a gripping tale from start to finish.

Augustine reminds us all that even in the darkest times in America, beauty and hope can always be found." - Markus Byrd, Reader
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  1. Reading age
    12 - 18 years
  2. Print length
    305 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    5.25 x 0.69 x 8 inches
  5. Publication date
    August 13, 2023
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8399819099
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CFD7498T
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (August 13, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 305 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8399819099
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 - 18 years
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.69 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 16 ratings

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Faith Noel Augustine

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Faith Augustine is a writer and actress who holds a BA in Theatre Arts & Writing. She was born up north and moved down south to a familiar place (in regard to this novel), Hendersonville, North Carolina. Though she finds herself in both worlds, she often feels like an outsider in her southern town. She considers "Lydia" to be an expression of her innermost thoughts—ones she could never convey.

When she is not creating on the page or pretending on the stage, Faith can be found with her one-year-old puppy, Darcy. (Yes, she named her mini, long-haired dachshund ... who at one point was meant to be a boy ... after the "Pride & Prejudice" icon, Mr. Darcy). At home, in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina, she enjoys singing, playing guitar, and illustrating. There are few moments in the day when she isn't trying to further her creativity or daydream about anything and everything.

While "Lydia" is her debut novel, it is not the only one she has written. She looks forward to publishing all of her fictional works and spends endless hours on them. She credits everything to Christ in whom all things are possible.

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Eusebio Harold
5.0 out of 5 stars Made Me Love Historical Fiction!!!
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2024
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"Lydia" Is a story about an 18-year-old girl growing up in the impoverished and socially backward mountains of North Carolina during the Great Depression. Lydia is the only daughter of a family of 10 and has never been shy about speaking her mind. Her morals come from her soft-spoken and mild-mannered mother and her hardworking father who instilled strong Christian values into their lives at a very young age. With a hidden talent for writing, and a passion to fight for the proper treatment of the African Americans and people with less opportunity, Lydia is granted the ability to use that gift when she meets Grayson, an older, wealthier man who offers her a chance to leave behind her life in Hendersonville to come to the bustling Capital of Raleigh, North Carolina where all her dreams might just come true.

This was amazing from start to finish. Very rarely do you come across a novel that can wrap so much up in less than 300 pages. Characters like Daddy, Lydia, and Grayson were some of my favorites, but that doesn't mean that anyone else was given less of a chance to grow. Faith Noel paints such a beautiful canvas when describing the towns of Hendersonville and Raleigh respectively, it actually felt like I was there at moments. Some more minor characters that stuck out to me were Miss Peggy, Rooster, and Lydia's older brother Levi who all felt like people I have come to know in my own life. The short stories had to be my favorite part, with Little Leonard bringing me to tears on multiple occasions. I'm not somebody who reads often, but if you're looking for a book to break your heart and put it back together again a million times over, please please pick this one!
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Markus Byrd
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the BEST books I’ve ever read
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023
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This book seriously wrecked me in the best possible way. From the start, you feel drawn to the loud mouthed titular character of Lydia as she navigates a world that feels far too hollow and stuck up for her liking. The side characters of Daddy, Mr. Byrd, and Luca were some of my favorites, really helping to bring the whole story to life. ‘Lydia’ is a fresh take on an old feeling that those who live somewhere don’t always belong there. The short stories were one of my favorite parts, as stories such as Little Leonard had me in tears after my first read and still do to this day. 5/5 stars. Anyone who loves a good story needs this in their life. ‘Lydia’ has all the makings of a timeless classic that keeps on giving long after you’ve finished it.
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Theater Momma
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Work of Literature
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
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I enjoyed reading this book over a weekend. I couldn't wait to find out what happened next in the lives of the characters. I found myself laughing aloud at the very southern phrases worded perfectly. Each character is well developed and interesting. This is by far the best book I've read in a very long time. Just when I thought I knew where the author was going, she threw a curve ball. I highly recommend this book.
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Boom
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!! Couldn't put this book down!
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2023
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Read this book in one day - literally couldn't put it down. The author immerses you in Lydia's world with her vivid descriptions and the varied characters in Lydia's life. Walk, and run, with Lydia as she navigates love, family, controversy, and danger while trying to build her future and chase her dreams. Highly recommend!!
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Melanie
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommend!
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023
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Great Book!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Lydia is an entertaining historic novel. Great story, easy read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2024
I had been given this book as a Christmas present; I totally enjoyed the story and writing style. The author's use of specific conversational "diction and vernacular" supports the realness of the characters. Her writing is light with ample details to allow the reader to picture the characters and settings clearly. From Chapter one, the reader is drawn into the story and participates until the end. Excellent writing, great story.
I would recommend this book for readers 10 years old and up.
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Phoenix Ferris
5.0 out of 5 stars Historical Fiction & Badass Women!
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2023
In her debut novel, Augustine invites us along the gripping journey of a young southern girl growing up during the Great Depression. With a setting that calls to mind As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner and a compelling central character – Lydia Grace Abney – readers cannot help but be enveloped by this story. Augustine has a talent for grabbing the reader by their collar and pulling them in, and from that moment on, you cannot help but continue to turn the page.

This story has heart, humor, and love, but also, pain, sadness, and strife. It is a look into our world, no matter how beautiful or disgusting it may be at that moment. Augustine does not compromise when it comes to reality, no matter how hard to swallow it may be. She shows us the harsh truths of life at that time: racism and sexism running rampant with systemic parameters built against those falling victim, disparities created by wealth, and betrayal from those whom we are supposed to trust. It can be easy to forget that these things really happened to people, so instead you’re slapped in the face with it. It forces us to wade into the waters of the bleak parts of this world, but it also shows us that love and light can ultimately triumph over darkness. And that feels so incredibly real.

This story reminds us that the world – and humans, for that matter – are infinitely complex. That everything you think you know about yourself and others could be entirely wrong. It’s a classic journey of self-discovery and a love letter to those of us who don’t quite yet know where we belong.

If you enjoy historical fiction, badass women, and people with fantastic writing styles… you will enjoy this story.
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Haley
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Star Read
Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2023
This was a story that I happily stumbled on and wasn’t prepared for. Very different from the fantasy worlds I read about this one brought a whole new perspective on the small town that I grew up in. Set in the 1930’s it was like being transported back to Hendersonville in a simpler time when we were just a forgotten small town on a map. Hitting on just how poor most of the population is. Poor but happy. This book had family moments that reminded me of the importance of family. The importance of stepping out and speaking up for what you believe in. One girl with the courage to be a light in the darkness. It gave me a new respect for the town that I grew up in. It gave me a little longing for simpler times. But most of all it reminded me in the darkness there is hope to be found.
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