Fuchsia Parade: One Woman's Quest for Sex, Love and Redemption

In a world where women are often relegated to the sidelines, Kailee Johnson refuses to play by the rules. But her relentless pursuit of success comes at a cost, forcing her to confront the demons of her past. Kailee Johnson knows how to win. As a successful businesswoman in the male-dominated world of New York construction, she thrives on the thrill of the chase—whether it’s for money, power, or men. With her glamorous lifestyle rooted in Jersey City, Kailee's life is a parade of designer shoes, strong cocktails, and a voracious appetite for whatever—or whoever—she wants. But after one too many mornings waking up to the smell of booze and regret, Kailee faces a sobering truth: she needs help. Her pursuit of success and pleasure has only buried the wounds she’s been avoiding for years. Determined to break free from the chains of her past, Kailee embarks on an unexpected journey toward healing. Her quest leads her to a clairvoyant in Manhattan, to the deep recesses of her subconscious mind, and ultimately to New Mexico, where a childhood trauma resurfaces and changes everything. In Fuchsia Parade, Kailee fights to uncover the sensitive, powerful woman beneath her fierce exterior. From laugh-out-loud moments of swagger and sarcasm to heartbreaking confrontations with the past, Kailee’s story will captivate you with its wit, boldness, and emotional depth. This gripping novel explores how one woman faces the shadows of her past to reclaim the power to shape her future. For fans of Big Little Lies and The Woman Upstairs, Fuchsia Parade is an exhilarating ride through the messiness of love, sex, and personal transformation. “The type of central female character that great feminist novels are made of—complicated, flawed, badass, powerful, yet tender and compassionate upon further reveal through layers of story. Within the first few chapters of ‘Fuchsia Parade,’ we come to know Kailee as a heavy drinker, hard partying woman, well-connected socialite, and someone who has the type of self-confidence we all wish was instilled into us growing up as girls,” GIRLTALKHQ. Writer’s Digest called Fuchsia Parade exemplary in its structure, organization, and pacing. “Overall, I loved [the author’s] style. This story was told in a first person voice, which isn’t always easy to do, especially not when the topic can be so difficult all on its own. I thought she handled it with grace where called for and laid out a story that would be relatable and appealing to tons of different readers.” View Less