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A Southern Family
A Southern Family
Author: Gail Godwin
Not only can Southerners go home again, they must. But when they do, their individuality is assaulted by all the traditions, obligations, and loves they sought to escape. As Clare Lowndes, successful New York author, is visiting her family in North Carolina, the death of her gentle brother engulfs the survivors in old guilts. Strongly contrasted...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780380703135
ISBN-10: 0380703130
Publication Date: 8/1995
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  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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3.7 stars, based on 18 ratings
Publisher: Avon Books (Mm)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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toni avatar reviewed A Southern Family on + 351 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This is a good story about life in a small southern town, and all the way a southern family deals (or doesn't deal) with what happens to it.
donkeycheese avatar reviewed A Southern Family on + 1255 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
The powerfully moving story of the Quicks... of a visit home that stirs up raw-edged emotion..of an inexplicably violent death that leaves every family member forever changed.....of painful confrontations that ultimately lead to healing, understanding, and lasting wisdom.
reviewed A Southern Family on + 7 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A moving story of the Quick family. A visit home brings out strong emotion. Family members are changed forever due to a violent death. Painful confrontations lead eventually to understanding and healing. This book really draws the reader in. Very enjoyable!
SutterTom avatar reviewed A Southern Family on + 191 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A strong narrative tale that deeply explores the inner feelings of a family as an unexpected death causes its members to confront their issues and learn to heal and understand.
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An epic story I enjoyed very much.


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