The greener grass by Lia Glykiadou White is the story of a passionate, adventurous Greek woman who leaves her native Athens in search of “greener grass.” The novel chronicles the immigrant experience through the character of Sophia, who arrives in America with her own limitless desires. Far from family and the life she’s always known, the proud, beautiful young woman builds a life for herself in the Greek community of Baltimore, Maryland.
Despite realizing the American dream of wealth and a prosperous family, Sophia discovers that the land that seemed so bright with promises is far from her dream. As Sophia struggles to deal with her unfulfilling marriage to a cold, overbearing man, her sister’s illness and medical maltreatment, and her son’s addictions, she is also able to celebrate the presence of her remarkable daughter and take comfort in Greek customs and traditions and in her extraordinary friendships. Eventually she establishes an identity all her own and discovers the power of love.