The Darker Side of Me

"The Darker Side of Me" is a captivating novel about a young African American girl and her experiences while attending a fictitious Historically Black College / University (HBCU). Throughout her journey to achieving a college degree, she faces both social and moral challenges. Unfortunately, she has a dark side and when triggered, she becomes evil, mean-spirited, vindictive, and cruel – oftentimes when she feels unloved and rejected. Throughout the story, she must learn how to forgive herself for her mistakes and develop a strong passionate self-love, which will fuel her future success.

"The Darker Side of Me" is a captivating novel about a young African American girl and her experiences while attending a fictitious Historically Black College / University (HBCU). Throughout her journey to achieving a college degree, she faces both social and moral challenges. Unfortunately, she has a dark side and when triggered, she becomes evil, mean-spirited, vindictive, and cruel – oftentimes when she feels unloved and rejected. Throughout the story, she must learn how to forgive herself for her mistakes and develop a strong passionate self-love, which will fuel her future success. Once the young girl is able to understand and control her dark side, she is able to see herself as the rest of the world sees her – a smart, strong, confident, and independent woman. Only then is she able to move forward and achieve her goal of becoming a college graduate and enjoy a successful career.

Vanessa Brown is a graduate of Alabama State University, with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration. Her academic and social experiences at ASU, coupled with strong family values, played a major role in her personal and professional development She received her MBA from the University of Phoenix. After 36 wonderful years in banking, healthcare, higher education, and surviving the lockdown of a pandemic, Vanessa Brown rediscovered her passion for writing. Currently, she lives in Mobile, Alabama. In addition to her love of writing, Vanessa enjoys quiet time on her patio listening to jazz music and great Southern seafood. Only a graduate of THE Alabama State University, will understand the bond and gravitational pull that exist within, if you ever had the pleasure to walk the campus of O' Mother Dear.