Review: Southern Charm and Gripping Story
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 14, 2014
Not since Steel Magnolias has a group of southern belles been as strong, charming, and funny. Throw in a compelling mystery and poignant history, and you've got a can't-put-down, can't-miss hit.The author has done a brilliant job of combining an accurate portrayal of the pre-equal-rights south with a contemporary southern (yet still genteel) setting, where the consequences of that history might actually matter. Readers weave in and out of the two timeframes seamlessly as the tapestry unfolds into a poignant tale of family relationships, societal mores, and one woman's quest for truth. Not only is the plot intriguing and the setting inviting, the cast of characters is so charismatic, you'll want to join them on the veranda for sweet tea and lemon bars. This is a must read. A great debut novel.