Gail L. (divine-ms-m) reviewed on 5/7/2006 + 312 more book reviews

A change of genre, and an exquisite glance into life in the Virginia mountain regions. The all-but orphaned children of a well-known, but unprosperous writer, find themselves in the care of their great grandmother. From the privileges and conveniences of the city, Louisa and young Oz must adapt to the hard work and beautifully brutal mountain life. Some marvelous characters and eye-opening stories. The simplicity of the lifestyle contrasted to the powers of industry determined to strip the area of resources, and leave the inhabitants with no means of survival. An interesting, enlightening story, with a rather improbable ending. Many scenes are reminiscent of Harper Lee, but Baldacci's brushstrokes paint a slightly different time and circumstance - and do it well.

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