"Penn Cage is the mayor of Natchez, Mississippi, and life is pretty good for him, his fiancee, and his daughter, until a call from the district attorney sends his world reeling. His father, Tom, a respected and beloved family physician, is accused of murdering Viola Turner, who worked as his nurse during the turbulent 1060s. As Penn tries to save his father, he is forced to confront the brutal and violent past of his hometown during the fight for civil rights. With strong characters and a taut story line that spans 40 years, Iles delivers a blockbuster that will leave readers hungry for the next two installments in what will surely be an epic trilogy."
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"I think this is Shrene’s best novel so far. Every element from the setting to the characters is expertly tuned to create a compelling story of a woman w/ amnesia in WWI in France. Stella’s journey to find answers about herself illuminate many issues that touch the heart: Family, women, war and love." Winner of 2013 Rea Award for short fiction - More about the Author Here "What was it like to live in the world of Julius Caesar, Cleopatra and Herod, and how did the politics (and decadence) of the era impact the Jewish leaders when Jesus the Nazarene walked the earth? "Without a doubt one of the best works of fiction I have had the pleasure of reading. A young boys life is turned upside down after a family tragedy in New York City. The author's stunningly descriptive language makes every line a joy to read as she fleshes out the characters in a way that you feel you know them intimately. 5 STARS!!" "A powerful commentary on those who rise above adversity, achieving counterintuitive results, and sometimes using unconventional strategies. How Faith, Family and Ducks built a Dynasty! "What has propelled this unlikely family to the top of TV's ratings, as well as two best-selling books? The answer will surprise you, especially looking at the cover... The book is a very insightful read about growing up poor in Louisiana, and how following God and a dream resulted in profit and stardom. Willie and Korie grew up on opposite sides of the river and track, but the unlikely couple married at 18 and moved on together from there. It is an easy, fun read, and may get you hooked on watching their TV series, if you don't already--a novel premise, a functional family!!" |
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