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- "An enticing deep dive into the mind of the main character as she grapples with her role in a terrible accident.
- Author(s): Dawn Reno Langley
- 310 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Historical
- Series Name: The Art of Rivers
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It's the 1950s in Massachusetts when Beth Robbins' world is shattered by her husband's hit-and-run accident compounded by his mysterious disappearance.
Book Synopsis
"An enticing deep dive into the mind of the main character as she grapples with her role in a terrible accident." -Drew Becker, author of The Joyful Brand
It's the 1950s in Massachusetts when Beth Robbins' world is shattered by her husband's hit-and-run accident compounded by his mysterious disappearance. The police investigating the accident include Graham Jackson, the only Black officer on the force, and a man Beth feels strangely drawn to. As Beth navigates a complex web of secrets, racial tensions, and moral dilemmas, she must face the truth about her husband's actions while forging her own path forward, perhaps toward fulfilling her dream of becoming an artist.
With twists and turns centered around the search for Jack Robbins, The Mystic offers an unforgettable exploration of remorse, responsibility, and the power of human connection. Let the river sweep you away into a gripping tale of mystery, relationships, and the transformative nature of truth.
Review Quotes
"Langley's wonderful language, believable characters and gripping story leaves us with new thoughts about the nature of guilt, the weight of secrets, and the glory of second chances." -S.M. Stevens, author of Beautiful and Terrible Things
"An enticing deep dive into the mind of the main character as she grapples with her role in a terrible accident." -Drew Becker, author of The Joyful Brand
"A riveting page-turner that weaves together a slow-burning romance and a crime story riddled with secrets." -Karen Chrappa, author of A Structure for Spirit
"A powerful story and character study of a woman in 1957 American society who grapples with her independence and rights as she falls in love outside her race." -Elaine Stock, author of the Resilient Women of WWII Trilogy
"Original and thought-provoking." -Susan Roberts, blogger @girl-who-reads.com
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