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The Hollywood Book Reviews commends “Sugar Paper” by Tootsie Barron because it “unites the themes of family, loyalty and crime in a compelling manner”

Our culture encourages women to look for meaning and identity in the most unlikely places, which are frequently the wrong ones. A woman’s life is a blessing. Yes, it can be challenging at times, especially given societal and cultural pressures and expectations. Despite all of the noise and deception, the journey has something significant to say to us.

The world is changing because of women. In the marketplace, we’re tearing through boundaries and assuming leadership responsibilities that are transforming our culture. Our physical characteristics and abilities are not the essence of who we are, and they should never be given such prominence in our lives. We must learn how truth evaluates our worth and actual potential.

Tootsie Barron’s “Sugar Paper” presents the narrative of Kiki Fontana’s husband, Bobby, who has become involved in his family’s business. Kiki discovers the Fontanas are involved in criminal activity. In a raid, her husband and father-in-law are apprehended, but Kiki is determined to safeguard her small family.

The Fontana family is known for its histrionics, whereas Kiki’s family is known for its warmth and togetherness. When it comes to herself or her son, Kiki speaks her mind and sticks firm. Bobby has been putting Kiki in more perilous positions, which is causing her marriage to disintegrate.

The father and uncles of Kiki Fontana are worried about her safety. It’s possible that Bobby Fontana Jr. isn’t the prince they thought he was. Bobby and his father’s arrests, as well as a probable witness to their schemes and Bobby’s gambling problem, may just push them to speak up.

The Hollywood Book Reviews’ Philip Zozzaro commended Tootsie Barron’s book, “Sugar Paper,” and revealed that the book “unites the themes of family, loyalty and crime in a compelling manner. The turbulence of the 1960’s and the continued instability of the 1970s form a backdrop with the unsettled domestic world of Kiki Fontana. Kiki shines as the strength of her immediate family, raising her son Bobby III, while her ne’er-do-well husband Bobby schemes and steps out on her.”

Here’s an excerpt from the review written by Hollywood Book Reviews’ Philip Zozzaro that highlights:

“Kiki distinguishes herself as not being a spoiled Mafia Princess, but as a free-spirited woman who will do what is needed as the situation presents. Barron’s book presents a heroine in Kiki worthy of regard and respect.”

“Sugar Paper is a story done well, and will appeal to a wide audience of crime/fiction fans, bringing creative twists and turns, which makes this book definitely worth reading.”

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