Book Description
In Depression-era Arkansas, something wicked has come to a haunted mountain town in a novel of uncanny suspense by the author of Parting the Veil.
Blood and power bind three generations of women in the Ozark Mountains. So does an evil that’s followed them across the decades.
1931. Gracelynn Doherty lives peacefully on Tin Mountain, helping her adoptive granny work her cures. Despite whispers that the women are witches, the superstitious locals still seek them out, whether they suffer from arthritis or a broken heart. But when evangelist Josiah Bellflower comes to town touting miracle healing, full bellies, and prosperity, his revivals soon hold Tin Mountain in thrall—and Granny in abject fear.
Granny recognizes Josiah. Fifty years ago, in a dark and desperate moment, she made a terrible promise. Now Josiah, an enemy, has returned to collect his due.
As Granny sickens and the drought-ridden countryside falls under a curse, Gracelynn must choose: flee Tin Mountain and the only family she knows or confront the vengeful preacher whose unholy mission is to destroy her.
My Words
I have just finished reading Tin Mountain, the second book by this author. While I enjoyed her first book, I was absolutely captivated by this one. Let me start by saying that the author has a real talent for using words to create art.
The story revolves around three witches or healers from different generations who encounter a dark force. It's rare for me to find a book with strong female characters that I love, but this one did not disappoint. The story is fantastic and seamlessly transitions between different time periods. Paulette also skillfully introduces controversial topics that are thought-provoking.
One of the things I particularly appreciated about this book is the storyline of two gay men who love each other deeply. Even in today's world, that can still be a challenge, so I can only imagine how difficult and dangerous it was for them in the 1930s.
This book was so beautiful that I found it hard to put down. I'm a sucker for books about witches and was thoroughly enthralled with this one.
Notable Quotes
"...you can't put much trust in people who want what you have on Thursdays but won't talk to you come Sunday morning."
"Folks acted their best on Sunday morning -- all smiles and hands clasped in prayer. But the same hands hurt and killed, then buried their sins in shallow graves so they might dig them up late at night, after they'd put God to sleep."
"Folks always got something wicked to say about people who are different, don't they?"
"Life's just one burden after another, till we die. But it's the happy things -- the good things -- that make it all worthwhile. Things like kisses."
"What is the difference between good and evil? Truly? It's all a matter of perception."
Ratings & Where to Purchase
Read about Paulette Kennedy's other book: Parting the Veil