A Loved Place Paradise Lost
A Loved Place Paradise Lost by Jean Bell is a work of fiction published by AuthorHouse on December 15, 2017. This 202-page novel is set in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula during the 1930s and follows the life of Bonnie Smith as she navigates her childhood amidst her father’s struggles as a musician. The narrative spans from 1932 to 1960, exploring themes of friendship and social status as Bonnie seeks connection in each new town her family moves to.
Readers will find Bonnie’s journey intertwined with her aspirations for wealth and acceptance, particularly through her relationship with Alfeo Strong, the wealthiest boy in town. The story delves into the complexities of her interactions with Alfeo’s family, especially after a tragic event that alters their lives. As Bonnie grapples with her feelings for Alfeo and the attention from his grieving mother, she faces pivotal questions about love and loyalty. This edition presents a rich exploration of personal growth and the impact of socioeconomic factors on relationships.
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In A Loved Place: Paradise Lost, Bonnie Smith is growing up in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in the 1930s. She moves from town to town as her musician father struggles to put food on the family table. With each move, she looks for a best friend who will connect her to that place. The story covers the time from 1932 to 1960, during which she realizes people with money are the favored in life’s competitions. In her quest for wealth, she sets her sights on Alfeo Strong, the richest boy in town and her brother’s best friend. When Alfeo’s sister dies in a car accident, Bonnie both likes and fears the attention of his heartbroken mother as she gives Bonnie the dead girl’s clothes and speaks to her like her lost daughter. Who will she be marrying, she asks herself? Alfeo or Alfeo’s mother?
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