Violet Of A Deeper Blue [Paperback]

Rick Malone (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1999

Part autobiographical, Violet Of A Deeper Blue is the gripping coming of age story of a young black man fresh out of college who takes his first job in corporate America and promptly gets a rude awakening to what it really means to be a black man.

Violet Of A Deeper Blue is a must-read for anyone interested in getting a candid look at what life is like for blacks in the corporate setting and understanding the racial dynamics that continue to shape the lives of both black men and black women in this country.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Rick Malone is employed as a senior communication specialist and consultant in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. In addition to being a novelist, he is also a Baptist minister and motivational speaker. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Rick has over fourteen years experience in corporate America, having worked as a technical editor and communications manager.

Rick holds a B.S. in English from Tenneesee State University and a M.S. in Technical Writing from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute. He is a regularly featured speaker at churches, colleges and civic events.

Product Details

• Paperback: 324 pages
• Publisher: Azure Pub (January 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966392604
• ISBN-13: 978-0966392609
• Product Dimensions: 13.8 x 9.2 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,353,668 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The book was excellent, September 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Violet Of A Deeper Blue (Paperback)

Dear Mr. Malone,

To man belong the plans of the heart, but from the lord comes the reply of the tongue. PROVERBS 16:1

Mr. Malone I am writing in response to your book Violet of a Deeper Blue. It is the first book that I have picked up independently in months. On an urge from a friend who stated that I needed something to unwind with I went out in search of a good book. Being accustomed to books by various African - American authors I looked for a name that was familiar. That is when I saw Violet of a Deeper Blue I did not hesitate to pick up the book and check it out. I had never heard of you or your books before. I went into the reading not knowing what to expect but something was mesmerizing. The fact that Brandon and I were so similar amazed me I am a college sophomore majoring in marketing; I sometimes wonder if the dog eat dog world that entrapped Brandon will swallow me whole. But I have a distinct difference than Brandon, from the jump I try to put my plans in the hand of God. There were times when I was so angry at the actions that Brandon was taking. I had to realize Brandon was never really a part of the real world. He had always lived in a world unbeknown to anyone other than himself. I was angry that he was ignorant to his history but I realized that he was not totally at fault. I was angry when he signed the letter and trusted his boss even through all the rumors. I was even angrier that he did not try to fight the fact that he was blacklisted. I questioned my reasoning and wondered if I would have done what he had. I would have had to fight. My value would not have been deminished by the value Bob put on his life. The spit of the world could not have extinguished my fire. I liked the approach you took with him trying to discover himself. The moment he entered into the Mt. Sinai church and heard the Reverend speak I knew that his life had took a change. I knew that in fact Brandon would be OK. The title Violet of a Deeper Blue was indeed an excellent choice when Ms. Sarah spoke of the beauty and the life of the pansy I knew that it symbolized something. Brandon was a pansy though his life only lasted what seemed like a season he bloomed in that season and in the end was able to singularly brighten a room. Mr. Malone I thank you for you book. I wish you the best of luck in you career.

5.0 out of 5 stars No Limits, February 6, 2000

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Charmaine R Jones (Minneapolis, Minnesota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Violet Of A Deeper Blue (Paperback)

Violet of a Deeper Blue captures the cut throat culture of Corporate America. It allows you to experience unconditional love and friendship. Lastly, it encourages strength and perserverance. Great book. A page turner.