Includes "Reading group discussion questions" (p.374-376) and "An interview with author Louise M. Gouge" (p.377-381).
An edgy novel that runs many parallels with the current day tragedy of Katrina to the aftermath of the Civil War. Moreover, this gritty novel from a gifted writer addressees the greater healing that begins in life, when we are courageous enough to lay aside our preconceived notions and personal prejudices. The Civil War is over; Elizabeth wants to help the South heal and repent of its pastẢndre swears never to forgive the North for what they did to his family.