Cody Ryan agrees to meet with her brother Jerry, whom she has not seen nor spoken with for more than twenty years. Illness, family secrets, and desertion tore their young lives apart. She makes the difficult trip home with the hope that she can come to terms with the past and put painful memories to rest. The Dues Card is a story of loss and betrayal, but also one of bravery and acceptance. Cody begins the narrative when she is twelve-years-old, determined to overcome the heartbreak that ensues as her family breaks apart. Readers will follow Cody's efforts to rebuild her life as she grows from child to adult. She must accept that the world is often unfair and creating a life she can value rests on her shoulders. Open The Dues Card and meet Cody Ryan. She's funny, resourceful and wise beyond her years. Follow her journey as she struggles to mend her broken life and create a brighter future.