The Moonshiner's Daughter
The Moonshiner's Daughter
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • 1960s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Moonshiner's Daughter by Donna Everhart follows Jessie Sasser, a young girl growing up in a family involved in moonshining in 1960s North Carolina. As Jessie struggles with her family's legacy and personal challenges, she seeks to carve her own path while dealing with issues of identity, family loyalty, and societal pressures.
Nostalgic
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
In The Moonshiner's Daughter, Donna Everhart crafts a poignant tale set in 1960s North Carolina, weaving themes of family bonds and personal growth. Readers praise its evocative writing and deep emotional connection. Some critique its predictability and pacing. Overall, it offers an engaging, heartfelt story despite occasional cliches.
Who Should Read The Moonshiner's Daughter?
A reader who enjoys The Moonshiner's Daughter by Donna Everhart likely appreciates Southern historical fiction with strong, emotional narratives. They may be attracted to stories like The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, valuing themes of family, resilience, and personal growth set against a rich cultural backdrop.
32,437 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
North Carolina • 1960s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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