Nothing Save the Bones Inside Her
Nothing Save the Bones Inside Her by Clayton Lindemuth, published by Hardgrave Enterprises on December 12, 2013, is a work of fiction that delves into the complexities of human nature and morality. Set in 1957 rural Pennsylvania, the narrative follows Angus Hardgrave, a man entangled in a life of violence and crime, as he grapples with his dark impulses and the influence of a mysterious presence in a walnut tree. The story also centers on eighteen-year-old Emeline Margulies, who, after her father’s death, seeks guidance from a higher power, leading her to a perilous marriage with Angus.
Readers will encounter a gripping tale that intertwines elements of mystery, historical context, and noir. Emeline’s journey unfolds as she navigates the dangers posed by a violent Korean War veteran and the unpredictable nature of Angus. The novel explores themes of faith, choice, and survival, as Emeline must confront the consequences of her decisions in a world filled with peril. With 416 pages, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of a tumultuous time and the characters’ struggles within it.
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“It’s hard to turn the other cheek with a rifle barrel in your mouth.”In 1957 rural Pennsylvania, Angus Hardgrave works an oil rig, fights dogs, distills Walnut Whiskey… and murders wives, friends, anybody.The presence in the walnut tree on a spur called Devil’s Elbow instructs Angus what to do, and so far, following the visions has led Angus to a simple country bounty.But Angus wants more.Alone when her father dies, eighteen-year-old Emeline Margulies decides to follow the voice of God in all things. When she hears that she is to escape the clutches of a violent Korean War vet by marrying Angus Hardgrave–a man rumored to have pitiable luck with wives–she humbles herself and follows God’s will.And finds herself trapped between a stalking rapist and a serial killer. As each decision leads her closer to destruction, Emeline must choose between following the faith that got her into trouble…Or the moxie, resolve, and evil within that promise to get her out.
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