River Rocks: An Appalachian Tale of Belonging (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798557172332)

Amazon bestseller In this heart warming story set in Appalachia, the bonds among friends help them find their way through loss, uncertainty and, ultimately, hope. Step off the Appalachian Trail into River Rocks, West Virginia.River Rocks, West Virginia looks like the peaceful small town pictured in the travel magazines featuring forests, fly fishing and fried chicken. Tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains, the people are like the small rocks that settle comfortably in the surrounding creeks and rivers, inert until a strong current sends them tumbling downstream searching for refuge. That's exactly what happens one sunny morning in June as Bean, along with his friends Jake and Boyo, labor on the outskirts of town. When tragedy strikes before lunch, it sends them spiraling into unknown waters. As if that weren't enough, a red-headed firecracker named Ruby explodes into their midst, causing another ripple of confusion as each of them struggle to regain balance. Along the way they encounter unique characters: Sister Nancy, a nun in prison; Isaac, a psychiatric aide; Claire, a desperate widow; Denise, the ultimate church lady; and many, many more who contribute to their journey. Influenced by Alaskan Native and Appalachian wisdom, the foursome navigates through shadows and sunshine, as they grieve, love and laugh out loud.If you enjoy Appalachian fiction novels, country wisdom and know how, and stories about friendship, you have come to the right place. C. Catherine Moore's debut novel will have you in stitches while immersing you in a rural diary of Appalachian modern folklore that will warm your heart. With unforgettable characters, small town values, and a sense of place so keenly observed that you can see the smoke-lined mountains in front of you, River Rocks reveals insight into human relations in a way that will make you miss the characters after the last page the way you would miss your best friend after a visit.Scroll up and buy now

Author: C. Catherine Moore
ISBN-10: 8557172338
ISBN-13: 9798557172332
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 11/17/2020
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.52d