A Stranger In The Kingdom by Howard Frank Mosher
Set in a small, insular Vermont town during the 1950s, this gripping narrative explores themes of racial tension, community, and justice. When a charismatic African-American preacher arrives to lead the local church, his presence stirs both admiration and suspicion among the townsfolk. The story takes a dramatic turn when a young woman is found dead, and the preacher becomes the prime suspect. As the town grapples with its prejudices and the complexities of the case, a young lawyer and his father, the town's doctor, strive to uncover the truth, challenging the community's deeply ingrained biases and ultimately revealing the power of empathy and understanding.
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- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
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