The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek
A Novel
What's it about
Ever felt like an outsider, judged for something you can't change? Imagine delivering hope and knowledge on horseback through treacherous mountains, all while carrying a secret that makes you a target. This story will show you the true meaning of courage in the face of prejudice. You'll join Cussy Mary, a Pack Horse Librarian in 1930s Kentucky, whose rare blue skin marks her as different. Discover how she battles superstition and isolation to bring the magic of books to impoverished Appalachian families, finding love and her own voice along the way.
Meet the author
Kim Michele Richardson is a New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today bestselling author acclaimed for her historical fiction that champions forgotten voices from the past. A native Kentuckian, Richardson's deep roots in the region and her passion for uncovering marginalized histories inspired her to research the Pack Horse Librarians and the blue-skinned people of Appalachia. This dedication to authentic storytelling brings the world of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek to life with profound empathy and meticulous detail.
What's it about
Ever felt like an outsider, judged for something you can't change? Imagine delivering hope and knowledge on horseback through treacherous mountains, all while carrying a secret that makes you a target. This story will show you the true meaning of courage in the face of prejudice. You'll join Cussy Mary, a Pack Horse Librarian in 1930s Kentucky, whose rare blue skin marks her as different. Discover how she battles superstition and isolation to bring the magic of books to impoverished Appalachian families, finding love and her own voice along the way.
Meet the author
Kim Michele Richardson is a New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and USA Today bestselling author acclaimed for her historical fiction that champions forgotten voices from the past. A native Kentuckian, Richardson's deep roots in the region and her passion for uncovering marginalized histories inspired her to research the Pack Horse Librarians and the blue-skinned people of Appalachia. This dedication to authentic storytelling brings the world of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek to life with profound empathy and meticulous detail.
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