Harrigan delves into Greg Iles territory, navigating racial tensions and the secret (and not-so-secret) history of the deep south. As mesmerizing as the Mississippi heat, Haley Harrigan's debut weaves two tales together in time as Julie Portland seeks the truth about her childhood friend's mysterious death-a truth Julie has hidden even from herself.
"A twisting, sensuous novel about first love and innocence lost. Harrigan's debut is a captivating read that won't let you go until the very last page." - Kerry Lonsdale, Wall Street Journal bestselling author This is masterfully written, shifting from past to present as the story unfolds to expose the haunting truth of one girl's desire to be loved and the dangerous secret she possesses. "Heartachingly beautiful, SECRETS OF SOUTHERN GIRLS is a compelling tale about lost love and childhood regrets. "A deftly crafted and engaging novel from beginning to end, " Secrets of Southern Girls" showcases author Haley Harrigan's impressive flair for storytelling. "Harrigan's novel, part mystery and part coming-of-age, explores the process of healing from tragedies and misunderstandings." - Publishers Weekly
Her writing is evocative and atmospheric, whether the action takes place under the bright lights of Manhattan or in Mississippi's weedy heat. "Harrigan is a great prose stylist who knows how to sustain the tension and tone required of a Southern Gothic novel. "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. That diary could expose the shameful memories Julie has been running from, but it could also unearth the hidden truths that Reba left buried.and reveal that Julie isn't the only one who feels responsible for Reba's death.
When August, Reba's first love, begs Julie to come home to find the diary that Reba kept all those years ago, Julie's past comes creeping back to haunt her. Now, raising her daughter and struggling to make ends meet in Manhattan, Julie still can't forget the ghost of a girl with golden hair and a dangerous secret. Consumed by guilt, she left the small town of Lawrence Mill, Mississippi, and swore nothing would ever drag her back.
Ten years ago, Julie Portland accidentally killed her best friend, Reba. "Harrigan's novel, part mystery and part coming-of-age, explores the process of healing from tragedies and misunderstandings."― Publishers WeeklyĪ tender, yet thrilling suspense novel about a young woman who uncovers devastating secrets that will resurrect the people she lost and the lies she buried perfect for fans of Diane Chamberlain and Ellen Marie Wiseman
0 kommentar(er)
