Melting the Blues
Melting the Blues by Tracy Chiles McGhee, published by Gold Fern Press on March 6, 2016, is a historical fiction novel that explores themes of identity, love, and racial tension. Set in Arkansas in 1957, the story follows Augustus Lee Rivers, a farmer and blues musician, as he navigates his complex relationship with the Duncan family and his aspirations to leave the small town of Chinaberry for a music career in Chicago. A devastating betrayal forces Augustus to confront his past, setting the stage for a riveting literary drama.
Readers will find an intricate narrative that delves into the emotional landscape of its characters, revealing their yearnings and struggles against the backdrop of a pivotal time in American history. The novel invites exploration of the intersections of personal ambition and societal challenges, all while immersing readers in the rich cultural tapestry of the South. With 270 pages, this edition presents a compelling journey through the life of a man caught between his dreams and the realities of his environment.
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Winner of the 2016 Fauset Book Award in the Category of First Fiction
Set in Arkansas in 1957, the complexities of identity, yearnings for love and acceptance, and racial tension are all unmasked in the riveting literary drama, Melting the Blues, by debut author Tracy Chiles McGhee. Augustus Lee Rivers, a farmer and bluesman, has two obsessions: his relationship with the Duncan family and his desire to leave small town Chinaberry to become a musician in Chicago. When his plans are prevented by a devastating betrayal, Augustus is driven into the belly of the blues where he must reckon with his past if he is to move forward. This intriguing, multi-layered historical tale beckons readers down a red dirt country road to bear witness to an unforgettable time, place, and people.
“A brave, musical story rich with Southern history.”– Kirkus Reviews
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