Bottomland by Michelle Hoover
Set in the aftermath of World War I, this gripping novel delves into the lives of the Hess family, German immigrants struggling to maintain their farm in Iowa amidst rising anti-German sentiment. The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of various family members, each grappling with their own secrets and desires. When two of the Hess sisters mysteriously disappear, the family is thrust into turmoil, forcing them to confront their past and the deep-seated tensions that threaten to tear them apart. Through evocative prose, the story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the enduring bonds of family.
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- 2016
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