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Lamb on a Tombstone
A compelling and ghostly tale of a boy's journey through childhood grief, family strife, and the discovery of love. . .
From the bestselling author of Cahas Mountain and Lightning Shall Strike comes the haunting coming-of-age story of Elton, a shy boy who witnesses his father's sudden death. Left to be raised by his alcoholic mother, Elton rails against his dysfunctional home life as he finds unusual ways to cope with his sensitivities to the dead. His only solace is his spinster aunt, who harbors family secrets of her own.
At night, Elton watches the dead emerge from the woods behind his house. Ghost Girl, the most vulnerable among them, ultimately requests his help, and others soon follow. But when Elton discovers the recently deceased body of a homicide victim in a local stream, things take a turn toward the dark side. After alerting the authorities, he becomes embroiled in the investigation, unaware of his proximity to the murderer and the dangers now looming over his family and loved ones.
As Elton grows up, and life's entanglements threaten to overwhelm him, he moves closer to a fate and a truth he never imagined.
"A fresh new voice in the Southern Gothic tradition!" ~Diane Fanning, Author of Death on the River
"Lamb on a Tombstone is Linda Kay Simmons's best work to date! She truly captures the flavor of rural southwest Virginia." ~Karen Duklewski
"This coming-of-age novel resonates with mystery, murder, and entangled relationships set against a background of the American South with a unique history of its own. Simmons fans will rejoice at this latest offering from a finely tuned Virginia writer; first-time readers will be hooked by her pitch-perfect voice." ~Sue Coryell, Author of A Murder of Principle and The Overhome Trilogy
From the bestselling author of Cahas Mountain and Lightning Shall Strike comes the haunting coming-of-age story of Elton, a shy boy who witnesses his father's sudden death. Left to be raised by his alcoholic mother, Elton rails against his dysfunctional home life as he finds unusual ways to cope with his sensitivities to the dead. His only solace is his spinster aunt, who harbors family secrets of her own.
At night, Elton watches the dead emerge from the woods behind his house. Ghost Girl, the most vulnerable among them, ultimately requests his help, and others soon follow. But when Elton discovers the recently deceased body of a homicide victim in a local stream, things take a turn toward the dark side. After alerting the authorities, he becomes embroiled in the investigation, unaware of his proximity to the murderer and the dangers now looming over his family and loved ones.
As Elton grows up, and life's entanglements threaten to overwhelm him, he moves closer to a fate and a truth he never imagined.
"A fresh new voice in the Southern Gothic tradition!" ~Diane Fanning, Author of Death on the River
"Lamb on a Tombstone is Linda Kay Simmons's best work to date! She truly captures the flavor of rural southwest Virginia." ~Karen Duklewski
"This coming-of-age novel resonates with mystery, murder, and entangled relationships set against a background of the American South with a unique history of its own. Simmons fans will rejoice at this latest offering from a finely tuned Virginia writer; first-time readers will be hooked by her pitch-perfect voice." ~Sue Coryell, Author of A Murder of Principle and The Overhome Trilogy
381 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 2, 2020
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December 7, 2020
Read all 3 books in 3 days!
This author is awesome!. I actually read all ,3 of her books in a little over 4 days. I could not get enough and I want more! Her characters are very real and the stories are told on a way that makes them so believable. I will
wait for more from her with great anticipation!
This author is awesome!. I actually read all ,3 of her books in a little over 4 days. I could not get enough and I want more! Her characters are very real and the stories are told on a way that makes them so believable. I will
wait for more from her with great anticipation!
April 15, 2020
I really enjoyed this book. The author knows how to draw the reader into the story. It had enough paranormal mystery to keep it interesting until the end. The ending was a bit of a surprise!
March 17, 2021
A great read! Story unfolded nicely and I was surprised by the ending! Well done!!!
October 12, 2021
Excellent
Loved all 3 books. Wish there were more. Family, friends, Love, hate, murder, forgiveness, ghosts. Who could ask for more? ~ Enjoy ~
Loved all 3 books. Wish there were more. Family, friends, Love, hate, murder, forgiveness, ghosts. Who could ask for more? ~ Enjoy ~
December 13, 2023
Characters come to life in this intricately woven story! Love this author and highly recommend this amazing story!
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