The Nine Devines of Chippewa Falls: The true story of hope, perseverance, the unifying power of sport, and the unbreakable bonds of family Paperback – November 25, 2024

The Nine Devines of Chippewa Falls is the true story of hope, perseverance, the unifying power of sport, & the unbreakable bonds of family.“It will only be temporary.” This was the promise made to Erma Devine when her four-year old son, Dan, was sent away from his eight siblings in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to live with his aunt and uncle in Proctor, Minnesota. He never returned home.Though Dan Devine would become a household name as the Hall of Fame Football coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish & Green Bay Packers, his upbringing remained carefully guarded even to those closest to him. The impact of Dan’s childhood separation and the fate of his brothers and sisters left behind was destined to be lost to silence.While Dan is on his deathbed, however, his grandson Darius experiences a vision. Dismissive of the event at first, Darius is forced to confront the vision’s meaning when Dan’s brother, Jerry “Lefty” Devine, unexpectedly appears in his life. Together, they must decide how deep they will explore the Devines’ often difficult past so they may forge a new path for the future.“A. Darius Husain and Deacon Jerry Devine have written a warm, funny, and touching book with a broad appeal.”-Readers’ Favorite 5 Star Review Read more