? UNDER THE LAMPLIGHT-

Taking a step back in time with Laird Hunt's Float Up, Sing Down. Returning to Clinton County, Mr. Hunt revisits Bright Creek, a place he now regards as " God's country. Or God's cousin's country anyway.” The stories provide insights into the lives of Zorrie and Noah's neighbors on a single day: July 15, 1982.

The narrative follows members of the Bright Creek Girls Gaming Club, elderly ladies who find solace in camaraderie and simple pleasures like betting on games and enjoying homemade treats. Candy Wilson mourns the loss of her unconventional friend Irma Ray, finding comfort in cooking.

Retired sheriff Hank Dunn, still yearning for love, imagines fantastical scenes in the fields while his granddaughter Della navigates teenage romance. The novel explores themes of love and passion across different stages of life, highlighting the universal experiences of anticipation, connection, and disappointment.

You get a sneak peek into the life of small-town Americans, making it feel as “ an elegy for alost generation ” that “ feels both traditional and fresh.”

You can find the book on Amazon.

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