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Merle Drown does a phenomenal job creating quirky characters that the reader can reach out and touch. His use of dialogue creates vivid scenes. This story is rural New Hampshire. I grew up there and I swear as sure as I'm typing this; I know these people. I am an avid reader and I have seen expertly crafted characters and plotting many times...but Mr. Drown is a true master. You will read this story and you too will swear that you have met or known these people if you have been anywhere in rural New England. Give this hidden gem a go around...You'll thank me. There are a few copies left here on PBS. He has written an earlier novel called "Plowing up a Snake." You'll have to hunt for that one. After reading this, you WILL hunt for it. Try this one first!
