Resting in the Bosom of the Lamb

by Augusta Trobaugh

With her first novel, Praise Jerusalem!, Augusta Trobaugh established herself as a keen observer of the social, economic, and racial divisions that isolate us from each other. Her literary debut drew raves from readers and critics A perfect balance of richness and delicacy. ... I found something to amaze and delight me on every page. Bailey White, National Public Radio commentator and author of Quite a Year for Plums Trobaugh grounds her first rich novel with salty dialogue and earthy realism. Publishers Weekly Now available in paperback, Resting in the Bosom of the Lamb is this gifted authors triumphant second novel. Once again, Augusta Trobaugh works the soil of the American South, and the harvest is rich indeed. This novel tells the story of secrets that lie buried beneath the surface yet continue to wreak havoc in the lives of the Southern women to whom they belong.

Genres: Fiction, Mystery, Southern

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Augusta Trobaugh is the author of three previous novels, Sophie and the Rising Sun, Resting in the Bosom of the Lamb, and Praise Jerusalem!, a semi-finalist in the 1993 Pirates Alley Faulkner competition. She holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Georgia, with a concentration in American and Southern literature. Her work has been funded through the Georgia Council of the Arts.

Reviews

[Ruth Thompson · Rating 3 out of 5]

It took a while to get into this book. The genre was new to me. Also in the first 100 pages there was a lot of back story that was unknown to the point that it was difficult to understand w the main characters were connected. It was obvious there was more to the story. Mid way through several mysteries were revealed which then made me want to keep reading. Overall a good book just difficult to get into it.

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I REALLY like this author. She has one other book I will excited to read. This is a great story about family and what makes a family. Great, strong characters. Some very insightful thoughts into the whole family dynamic and life.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

My best friend sent me this book in a care package after I’d had surgery because she knows we both love Southern stories. Although I knew there were mysteries to be discovered in this book of four women, I sometimes felt like reading it was like trying to walk through molasses. I found myself wishing the author would get on with what she was wanting to say. Yet, I’m sure there was intentionality in that slow pace that matched the pace of their lives.
A little more mysticism than I like but I could see where it originated.
The overall story of devotion and love earned the 5 stars.

[Nd · Rating 3 out of 5]

This southern gothic tale is sweet, philosophical, at the same time racist and antiracism. I enjoyed it more than Troubaugh's first book. There's a distinct line between people blathering on about everything that comes to mind and those suppressing and internalizing so very much of life. They're equally difficult to read about but make good stories.

[Phyllis Meeks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent read love this author

[Irene Gonzales · Rating 5 out of 5]

great novel, a reminder to listen to the elderly, family stories are so important

[Anne Hanson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written story of life and how we can love.

[Gina · Rating 3 out of 5]

First off, I've always loved books about the South. I was excited to read this book and thought it would be no exception. Well, I was a little disappointed. I loved the familiar southern "language" of the book, and the down-home country feel of it. I thought it had a good storyline and great characters, but my 3 stars came into play because of the way the book incessantly dragged. I would've liked seeing more character development for Wynona and Lauralee. I must have quit this book at least 3 times, even after making it over halfway through. But, because of all the good reviews, and the secrets I knew remained unrevealed, I plotted on. It wasn't until near the end that things finally picked up a little and the secrets were SLOWLY brought to light. There were several things I enjoyed about this book, the strong evidence of love of family, and the commitment to one another, to name a few. But for me, getting through it was almost excruciating! I just think it could have been laid out and put together in a much better fashion.

[Mandy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tender, heart-warming - and sometimes heart-rending - book about a group of southern women, who together find the grace and courage to live their lives, help each other and face their tragedies. Very well-written and plotted, with little pointers all the way through hinting at what has gone before. Stories abound in their world, stories of love and loss and loyalty. There’s an old- fashioned feel to the book, but that’s not a criticism. The sights and sounds and smells of the American south are beautifully evoked, and for a little while the reader can visit with these women and share their lives.

[Darlene · Rating 4 out of 5]

A totally delightful book of southern women, both blacks and whites living together and sharing secrets from the past. I really enjoyed this book as sometimes you could not even tell who was black and who was white.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can sum this book up in three sentences. 1)Augusta Trobaugh is a wonderful writer. 2)This book is amazing from the first page to the final words. 3) If you read it, you won't be disappointed. Well, and one more sentence...Fantastic book!

[📚Linda Blake · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic book about the connections between women. Lots of good sound bites of wisdom.

[Sandee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I started this today so not very far yet. I've read other books by this author and liked them alot. My reading right now is limited due to the process of getting ready to move.

[Michelle]

rec. in Honey. Eccentric cast of characters--4 women sharing a house, a past, and a secret. Good writing style.

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book that has a real Southern feel to it.

[Arlene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great book by Augusta Trobaugh. She catches the voice of the south so effortlessly!