She grew up lonely, confused and uncertain-yet tells a story that is a victory of the human spirit.The Midnight Singing Bird pulls back the curtains on poignant memories of the author's childhood that shaped her personality, exposing her deep vulnerability and quiet resilience. It is the unembellished story of an ordinary woman; a book that boldly calls out prejudice and cultural conflict.It captures the arc of an 'extraordinary' ordinary, built on the foundation of loneliness and confusion. Each event that unfolds is the brushstroke of a vivid portrait, dotted with events that are at once relatable and unforgettable. Honest, spirited and engrossing, it is a powerful account.She shares memories we'd rather forget.