Digger’s Izy
Digger’s Izy: A Novel of Courage and Redemption
It is a tumultuous time for Isabella’s family, Los Angeles, and for the Country. Shortly before the Watts riots in Los Angeles, Isabella graduates from an ethnically diverse school with peers who are headed for college, racial strife, or Vietnam. She is edgy, angry, and believes she can take on the world. But not everyone is what they appear to be and she makes early mistakes. Love proves as dangerous as it can be a comfort and always looming is the specter of her father’s schizophrenia. Isabella is no victim and at a moment of crisis, she stops escaping her life and turns to run right at it!
You will love the history! You will be captivated by the characters! You will be engrossed in Isabella’s struggles and delight in her accomplishments. Great descriptions that don’t crowd the story. Written lyrically, with much poignancy, “Digger’s Izy” is a moving read!
Book Review
Virginia Ewalt
I have read Digger’s Izy twice. the first time I read it fast, the story was so interesting, I wanted to know the ending. the second time I read it for more content. I was inspired by Izy’s courage to overcome the extreme hardships she faced as a child living with a Father who was mentally ill. The book is filled with excitement and historical moments that were part of my life also, which made the book more relevant. One of my favorite parts were when her Grandmother (Grandy) gave Izy this advice. “Life isn’t meant to be easy. Thats the thing of it. It’s a struggle to find the moments when it is all so wonderful”. Isabella completed the thought.”and we have a duty to look for them even when they are almost invisible, almost not there at all, we must find them.” This is how Izy is living her life.
Mandy
An inspirational read, Diggers Izy took me back through time. I felt like I knew the characters and was captivated by the storyline and writing style. Nancy Weston takes you deep into the mind of Izy as she faces life’s struggles both relatable and out of this world. The imagery she creates is beautiful as I could see the ocean adventures and harrowing works of architecture. I loved how Izy is a take charge young woman who dominates a male world, speaks her mind, and problem solves. 5 stars for having a strong female lead and an amazing, entrancing storyline!
Bookaholic
This is a great story at a fast pace. The characters are vivid and complex. Can’t assume you know where it is going. Just stay on for a great ride. Touching, funny, inspirational. Must read!
stacy wilson
This is great story and very well written. I could not put it down! Nancy out did herself with this masterpiece!!
George H.
Good read, painted a picture in my mind of the story line.
Dianna Halpin
Love this book. Would highly recommend it. Izy is pure inspiration!
Susan E. Osborn
Thank you for a wonderful book.