Coming Out of Egypt – Angela R. Joseph
Introduction to the Book Coming Out of Egypt – Maryann Diorio – Spoken Script (~450–500 words) Have you ever imagined growing up carrying a secret so heavy it could shatter your entire life if anyone found out? // That’s the reality for two sisters in Maryann Diorio’s Coming Out of Egypt , a story that blends tragedy, faith, and the struggle to break free from the chains of the past. At the center of the novel are Cicely and Marva , two sisters whose lives are marked by abuse, loss, and survival in a small Caribbean village. // Cicely, the older sister, carries the crushing weight of protecting Marva while trying to build some kind of future from the ruins of their childhood. // Her dreams feel so far away, yet she refuses to give up — not for herself, and certainly not for Marva. But when a shocking crime forces them to flee the only life they’ve ever known, the sisters are thrust into a journey that is both physical and spiritual. // Their escape isn’t just about getting away —...