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Rating: 5 out of 5.

First Printing, March 2024

Eagle Ridge Farm

ISBN: 979-8-218-33228-0

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A college student’s life is thrown into turmoil after a tragic event in Blanchard’s impressive debut. Emma Gillen is consumed by a haunting guilt that gnaws at her every waking moment. For almost ten years, she has been imprisoned by the aftermath of a fatal car crash in the treacherous Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With no memory of the tragedy, she is left to piece together the fragments of her shattered life. But when her volatile cousin Lucy reappears, begging for money and stirring up chaos, Emma must decide if she is willing to make a deal with this beautiful yet untrustworthy figure, who may hold the key to unlocking their shared past. Blanchard’s leisurely prose exudes a palpable sense of conviction, carrying readers effortlessly into the intricate world of her vibrant characters and the ruggedly beautiful landscape of North Carolina. The novel’s richly rendered setting surprises and delights, while Emma’s harrowing battle with her disability and guilt adds layers of depth to the riveting mystery at its core. Plenty of twists and turns, as well as lovely descriptions of the art world keep the mystery moving. With a hefty mix of inner turmoil, thought-provoking concepts, and authentic characters, this literary tale makes for a gripping narrative of redemption, fortitude, and bravery.

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