That Bright Land
That Bright Land by Terry Roberts, published by Turner Publishing Company in 2016, is a historical fiction novel that delves into the complexities of post-Civil War America. Set in the summer of 1866, the narrative follows Jacob Ballard, a former Union soldier and spy, as he is tasked by the War Department to infiltrate his hometown in the North Carolina mountains. His mission is to uncover the identity of a serial killer targeting Union veterans, presenting a vivid portrayal of a nation grappling with its violent past.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of themes such as mystery and the struggles of a fractured society. The story intertwines elements of thriller and amateur sleuth genres, as Jacob confronts both external threats and his own inner turmoil. With a page count of 336, this edition offers a detailed account of a turbulent time, inviting readers to engage with the historical context and the personal challenges faced by its characters.
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Winner of the Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Fiction and the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Prize.
A new Southern gothic thriller from the winner of the 2012 Willie Morris Award for Southern Fiction.
In the Summer of 1866, Jacob Ballard, a former Union soldier and spy, is dispatched by the War Department in Washington City to infiltrate the isolated North Carolina mountain community where he was born and find the serial killer responsible for the deaths of Union veterans. Based on true events, That Bright Land is the story of a violent and fragile nation in the wake of the Civil War and a man who must exorcise his own savage demons while tracking down another.
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