Fragments of a Reflection

by N'Zuri Za Austin

“I hate looking at you sometimes, looking into the eyes of a woman that hold so many secrets, so many regrets, and so much pain. On the surface, you seem so normal, as if life has been kind to you. But your eyes . . . your eyes, they tell a different story. Your eyes . . . they reveal your unspoken truth.”
Fragments of a Reflection is a collection of short stories and poetry that narrate the lives of five women who appear to be beautiful, successful, and emotionally strong. The women, however, conscious of their internal truth know they are nothing more than what the mirror says they are – a reporter in search of the person she used to be; a woman who would kill to be loved; a mother grieving the death of her child; a witness unable to stop a deadly assault; a prisoner who finds peace behind bars; and the memory of a promise that couldn’t be kept.

43 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 8, 2016

Reviews

[Shannon Glenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I liked the short stories and how it was easy to relate to. I just wish the stories were a little longer. My favorite part was the "From the Writer" because she gave a glimpse of who she was to her readers.

[Chris Guillory · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an incredible read. Highly recommended!

[Patricia Zarate · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written. Very real and raw. Touches on real life situations. I could easily see this as a short story film. I really enjoyed it!! If you haven't read it, I recommend you do.