In the segregated American South of the 1960's, Tootie Pie and Claressa are best friends.

Tootie longs for Claressa's perfect family and perfect world; Claressa looks up to the brave and feisty Tootie Pie.

At a tender age they must face life's hard realities and Tootie Pie must face her own disreputable mother.

Tootie Pie is a story of the
mysterious bonds of friendship and kinship.