The Widow of the South
The Widow of the South
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Franklin, Tennessee • 1860s
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks centers on Carrie McGavock, a person who transforms her plantation home into a hospital during the Civil War's Battle of Franklin. She becomes a caretaker and memorializes the fallen soldiers. The novel explores themes of loss, resilience, and healing in the aftermath of a pivotal historical conflict.
Melancholic
Dark
Emotional
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks vividly brings the Battle of Franklin to life through rich historical detail and a strong sense of place. Readers appreciate its emotional depth and engaging narrative but note it can be overly descriptive, slowing the pace. While character development is praised, some find certain portrayals overly sentimental or idealized.
Who Should Read The Widow of the South?
A reader who enjoys The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks likely appreciates historical fiction with emotional depth and character-driven narratives. Fans of Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier or The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah would find the novel's blend of historical detail and personal resilience appealing.
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Novel • Fiction
Franklin, Tennessee • 1860s
2006
Adult
18+ years
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