This book seemed to be written in a language all its own. The dark and gritty story unfolds in the poverty stricken Ozarks and revolves around 16 year old Ree and the family burdens that she alone carries. Her unwavering will and determination are tested to the limits. Ancestors had made their livelihood brewing moonshine, but that has now been replaced with the cooking of meth-amphetamines and Ree’s father had a reputation of being quite skilled at it. Ree is forced into finding her missing father in order to save the family's home. Breaking the family code, she asks the questions that nobody wants to hear and barely survives the violent consequences that follow. The author depicts the impoverished lives of the rough and unsavory characters in a unique style that I found refreshing. While this is in no way a 'feel good' book, it somehow has a haunting beauty to it that captured me and wouldn't let go. Looking forward to reading more from this talented author!
Published June 1st 2010 by Little, Brown and Company (first published August 7th 2006)
ISBN 031613161X
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