Daughters of Courage by Red Jordan Arobateau

This is a brilliant novel about faith, spirituality, and revolutionary feminism. characters. The opening scene introduces us to Valiant, a born-again Christian dike, preacher and husband, determined to make a difference in the lives of women everywhere. A plan for Women to Take Over The Earth. THE DAUGHTERS,“Had begun as an informal gathering of lesbian women-- Valiant’s relationship to her long-suffering wife Serena is well documented: “Valiant had met Serena when she was older and not a baby butch & had already wore herself out chasing after those gals. So was quite ready to be settled and a loyal husband.-- They had been married for 7 years so they had a body language going between them.” The couple misses the companionship of other dykes, thus is motivated to form a series of groups; little church gatherings-- in their hotel room with Valiant preaching-- and finally, a radical feminist organization, The DAUGHTERS OF COURAGE.