The Kiminee Dream - Holland, Laura McHale

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Résumé :
A deeply poetic, riveting debut novel, The Kiminee Dream is a tale of Midwest charm and quirky characters, but with twists and turns that reveal a dark side you don't see coming. Odd things happen in Kiminee, Illinois. Lilacs bloom in winter. Gravel glows golden on occasion. The river sings as it wends through town. But this is normal for the tight-knit folks who call Kiminee home. So when auburn-tufted Carly Mae Foley learns to read at age two and masters multiplication at age three, the denizens take it in stride and embrace her with pride. But all is not well in Carly Mae's family. And when a twister roars though, it decimates their home, along with their emotional bonds, as her mother's affair is exposed and her father goes missing. A determined grandmother, one-eared dog and generous benefactor come to the gifted child's aid, but not everyone is rooting for her, and when an appalling crime occurs, long-held animosities boil over. No one can say whether the good folks of Kiminee will pull closer together-or be torn apart. Influenced by folklore and magical realism, The Kiminee Dream was named a Finalist in the 2021 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. If you like depth as well as whimsy, arresting twists, and details that stir your heart, you'll love what is ultimately an eloquent exploration of acceptance and a tender tribute to the people of Illinois. Don't delay. Experience this hypnotic, endearing gem today....

Biographie:
I believe when we follow our fondest dreams, we open doors for other kindred souls. While this is rarely easy, and life wrenches without mercy at times, words well-crafted can enchant, mend and empower us to rejoice in our hopes anew. This quest and the friendships formed along the way are central to my life and writing, through which I plumb diverse emotions in memoir, fiction, poetry and plays. My new novel, The Kiminee Dream, introduces a cast of quirky, sometimes contentious characters in a fictional town where enigmatic forces help and hinder, and secrets surface, testing the entire community's mettle. To learn more, visit https://lauramchaleholland.com, where you can read about my books, as well as sign up for my newsletter, which, along with giving you special offers and updates on my writing, will, I hope, encourage you reach for your own fondest dreams.