Publisher's Synopsis
Miss Understood set in the heart of Philadelphia's ghetto, chronicles one young girls journey through poverty, depression, low self-esteem, and ghetto street life to break through barriers and defeat all odds set against her. Miss Understood will take you on a rocky yet heart felt journey filled with pitfalls, dark lonely ditches, heartache, pain and suspense. Meet Latoya Shantae Robinson also known as Toya. Toya gets dealt a rough hand being born to an alcoholic abusive mother who tries to kill her when she is 8 years old. Toya begins to look for love in all the wrong places through drugs, alcohol and men. She is faced with some tough choices when she gets pregnant and her mother puts her out on the street. With a premature baby in hand, disowned by her family, a stranger takes to her and begins to follow her around. Latoya Shantae Robinson has a story that she is determined to tell. Yet can she tell it before the stranger who is following her catches up to her? Can she overcome all odds set against her down the mean streets of Philadelphia? This story will leave you on the edge of your seat. Based on a true story. Read all the way to the end to find out!
