Dwelling Places A Novel

Dwelling Places A Novel by Vinita Hampton Wright, published by HarperCollins on March 27, 2007, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of family dynamics. The story follows Mack and Jodie as they navigate significant changes in their lives after deciding to leave farming. As Mack struggles with depression and Jodie faces temptations outside their marriage, their teenage children seek answers in unexpected places, leading to a profound examination of love and resilience within the family.
Readers will find a narrative that unfolds through the distinct voices of each family member, highlighting their individual struggles and growth. The novel delves into themes of faith, identity, and the search for belonging, as Kenzie turns to fundamentalist Christianity and Taylor explores alternative subcultures. With 352 pages, this edition invites readers to reflect on the idea that sometimes the answers we seek are found within our own homes.
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Mack and Jodie have no idea how much their lives are going to change when they decide to give up farming. Mack is hospitalized with depression, Jodie finds herself tempted by the affections of another man, and their teenage children begin looking for answers outside the family—Kenzie turns to fundamentalist Christianity, and Taylor starts cavorting with Goths. Told in the unforgettable voices of each family member, this powerful story of family life reveals the stubborn resilience of love and how sometimes the very thing we’re looking for has been waiting at home all along.
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