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How Sweet It Is: Defending the American Dream Hardcover – August 22, 2023

by Winsome Earle-Sears (Author)
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 53 ratings
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The first Black woman elected to statewide office in Virginia reveals in her memoir how her Christian faith, unwavering patriotism, and fervent commitment to conservative principles propelled her to serve and sacrifice for her country and a better future.

Winsome Earle-Sears sent shock waves across Virginia and the country at large when she pulled off her stunning upset victory in November 2021 and became the first woman lieutenant governor of Virginia and the first Black woman, the first naturalized female citizen, and first female veteran elected to statewide office. She earned intense national coverage because of her unwavering support for Second Amendment rights and her strong commitment to education opportunity for all students. Now in her memoir, How Sweet It Is, Winsome will tell her story and explain how she arrived at that historic moment in time.
 
A devout Christian, Winsome is also a true believer in the promise of the American Dream. Her father was approved to immigrate to the U.S.A. and left Jamaica, arriving in America on August 11, 1963, with only $1.75 in his pocket. Winsome joined him when she was just six years old, and ever since she has never ceased enthusiastically bucking conventions, defying expectations, and charging straight toward challenges.
 
Winsome’s remarkable story is one of faith and family, personal loss and perseverance, philanthropy and patriotism, service and sacrifice. But through it all, her Christian faith sustained her, drove her, and compelled her to give back to her community and her country. Her unyielding belief in the fundamental righteousness of America stands in stark opposition to the increasingly pervasive ideologies that are dividing the country. In How Sweet It Is, Winsome encourages Americans to never stop fighting for their country and shows them how to chart a new path forward.
 

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  1. Print length
    256 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Center Street
  4. Publication date
    August 22, 2023
  5. Dimensions
    6.35 x 0.94 x 9.4 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1546004475
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1546004479
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4.9 out of 5 stars
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"...Her writing style emits that feeling. It’s like a causal account of her life story as if she’s chatting with me, interrupting herself by recalling..." Read more

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"Her story is very inspiring, and tells the story of a legal immigrant coming to the United States and working their way to prosperity...." Read more

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Customers find the author remarkable, bold, and enthusiastic. They also appreciate her attitude and viewpoint.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, concise, easy to read
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2024
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What a great life story. I love her boldness, enthusiasm, and faith. Written in a very informal style, it's as if she is just sitting next to you and talking. Even so, it should still have an index. Every serious non-fiction book should.
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Karen S. Hansen
5.0 out of 5 stars Chatting with Winsome
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
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While reading this book I had a vision of me sitting at a table conversing with the author as if we were friends. Her writing style emits that feeling. It’s like a causal account of her life story as if she’s chatting with me, interrupting herself by recalling memories as her story moves along. It’s not literally presented as if an editor was reorganizing a manuscript and in that regard, I was amused and interested. She is indeed a remarkable woman and has such a strong personal drive, which accounts for her achievements.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Story
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2024
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The story is compelling and Winsome Sears, is a skilled writer. I read the book straight through, in a little over a day and even took notes. I discovered many useful observations as we share several similar life experiences. I was married to a Bi-polar woman, she had a Bi-polar daughter. I am a Army Veteran, she was a Marine. I am a serial entrepreneur, and she has started several businesses. Even though I was born in the USA and both sides of my family can be traced to the English Colonies of the 1600's, my current wife was born in China and currently going through the nationalization process. In short, I identify with the story!
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Charles Pine
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this woman
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2024
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Her story is very inspiring, and tells the story of a legal immigrant coming to the United States and working their way to prosperity. Her father, dissatisfied by the quality of education she was receiving in the United States, sent her back home to live with her grandparents to get a better education. Moving back to the United States to live with her father when she was starting High School . The high school couldn’t believe she was is far ahead of her American classmates. I wish she was eligible to run for president.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived in excellent condition
Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
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I like the attitude of the author and her viewpoint.
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Wayne F.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent message
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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This was a wonderful well written book and kept my attention throughout the read!
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Karen Connelly
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2024
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MadreLobo
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book! Winsome is my new hero!
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024
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What a story! For anyone who doubts or the American dream or for those in our nation who are currently working to destroy it- this book is for you! This book will leave you with hope in America and humanity! I am inspired to be a better, more grateful, more outward-focused and generous person for it. Do, just click “buy now.” You won’t regret it!
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