Serena A Novel
Serena A Novel by Ron Rash, published by Harper Collins on October 7, 2008, is a compelling narrative set in 1929. The story follows newlyweds George and Serena Pemberton as they journey from Boston to the North Carolina mountains to establish a timber empire. Serena quickly proves herself capable in a male-dominated environment, taking charge of operations and demonstrating her resilience in the wilderness. However, the couple’s seemingly strong partnership is tested when Serena discovers she cannot bear children, leading her to confront the existence of George’s illegitimate son.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as ambition, love, and betrayal woven throughout the narrative. As Serena’s determination to eliminate her husband’s illegitimate child intensifies, the dynamics of their marriage shift dramatically, culminating in a gripping confrontation. The novel blends elements of fiction, romance, and historical context, offering a vivid portrayal of the struggles faced by its characters. With 371 pages, this edition presents a detailed and immersive reading experience in English, inviting readers to delve into the complexities of human relationships against a backdrop of ambition and survival.
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The year is 1929, and newlyweds George and Serena Pemberton travel from Boston to the North Carolina mountains where they plan to create a timber empire. Although George has already lived in the camp long enough to father an illegitimate child, Serena is new to the mountains—but she soon shows herself to be the equal of any man, overseeing crews, hunting rattle-snakes, even saving her husband’s life in the wilderness. Together this lord and lady of the woodlands ruthlessly kill or vanquish all who fall out of favor. Yet when Serena learns that she will never bear a child, she sets out to murder the son George fathered without her. Mother and child begin a struggle for their lives, and when Serena suspects George is protecting his illegitimate family, the Pembertons’ intense, passionate marriage starts to unravel as the story moves toward its shocking reckoning.
Rash’s masterful balance of violence and beauty yields a riveting novel that, at its core, tells of love both honored and betrayed.
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