At the Edge of the Orchard by Tracy Chevalier

“This drama of a 19th-century pioneer family on the American frontier is the latest from Chevalier, author of “Girl with a Pearl Earring.” It’s the story of a broken family and how the past comes to haunt its youngest son. Apples, trees, and the history of a flawed but endearing country (America) and its flawed but endearing settlers: I enjoyed the ride.”–Melissa, Patron Services

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