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by Wiley Cash (Goodreads Author)

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what bothered you the most in this book?

Heidi I was bothered by the fact that we never hear much from the character, Julie. As central to the conspiracy that transpires I feel more insight into he…moreI was bothered by the fact that we never hear much from the character, Julie. As central to the conspiracy that transpires I feel more insight into her thinking would have done the book a great justice.(less)

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To anyone who finished the book: Did the ending seem particularly abrupt to you, like the story was not finished?

Lyric Yes, the ending was abrupt. It bothered me... It felt unfinished or too hastily wrapped up. This book probably could have been much longer and been pe…moreYes, the ending was abrupt. It bothered me... It felt unfinished or too hastily wrapped up. This book probably could have been much longer and been perfect....(less)

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Is it set in the 60's?

James Cogbill It's likely set in the 1980's, based upon Adelaide's recollections of moving to Marshall in 1920 and that about 60 years have elapsed since then (pg. …moreIt's likely set in the 1980's, based upon Adelaide's recollections of moving to Marshall in 1920 and that about 60 years have elapsed since then (pg. 189).(less)

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What is the language content and sexual content of this book? I run a book club for older ladies who don't care for that content. Thank you!

Mary Erickson There is infidelity, but it's implied and not described. The characters do not curse much (the grandfather uses the Lord's name in vain, if I remember…moreThere is infidelity, but it's implied and not described. The characters do not curse much (the grandfather uses the Lord's name in vain, if I remember correctly). The THEMES, however, are quite dark, the snake handling preacher is downright creepy, and there are strong descriptions of violent deaths. So: PG for sex, PG for language, R for violence.(less)

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do you consider this book a dark novel?

Amanda Yes! I was caught off guard by the serious themes.

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What about "A Dark Road to Mercy?"

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