Summary
On the brink of the Great Depression, timber man George Pemberton returns to North Carolina from a trip to Boston with his new bride, Serena. Together, the money and power thirsty couple builds a lumber empire, vanquishing anyone standing in their way, including National Park planners who are attempting to acquire their lands, and young Rachel Harmon, the mother of George's illegitimate son.
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Critique
Unforgettable characters, brilliant plotting and eloquent prose make this one fabulous read. Suspenseful historical fiction at its finest. Ron Rash is always pitch-perfect. Highly recommended reading.
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