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World Made Straight

By Ron Rash
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World Made Straight by Ron Rash is a compelling tale set in rural North Carolina, where a young man's discovery of Civil War-era artefacts leads him into a world of danger and moral complexity. As he grapples with his own troubled past, the protagonist navigates a community marked by deep-seated grudges and a sombre history. Rash weaves a narrative that explores themes of redemption, history, and personal reckoning.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy immersing yourself in a richly atmospheric Southern landscape where past and present collide. Set against a vivid Appalachian backdrop, it weaves a gripping narrative of redemption, loyalty, and the haunting grip of history. If you're drawn to stories that explore complex human experiences and moral dilemmas, you'll find this an engaging and thought-provoking read.

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World Made Straight

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Summer in Madison County. Seventeen-year-old Travis Shelton cannot see a way out of his small town—until he discovers a grove of marijuana in the woods that could make him some serious money. But Travis has stumbled across more than drugs. His discovery is the first unwitting step in a journey back to the savage violence and betrayal festering in the community's past, and to the corruption in its present.

Vivid and unsettling, The World Made Straight is a powerful exploration of the secrets that bind us together and drive us apart.

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Reviews of World Made Straight by Ron Rash highlight its compelling narrative and ethical depth. Critics praise Rash's ability to craft suspenseful and intellectually satisfying stories, showcasing his graceful prose and complex characterisation. The novel is recognised for confronting human dilemmas and exploring themes of family, community, and the haunting impact of the past, all set against the backdrop of Rash's vividly depicted Appalachian setting.

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ISBN: 9781922182999

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 February 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Edition: Media tie-in

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Ron Rash has long been a critically acclaimed writer, but his 2010 novel Serena catapulted him to new heights, garnering rave reviews and becoming a New York Times bestseller. A PEN/Faulkner finalist for Serena, Rash is also a recipient of the O. Henry Prize and winner of the 2011 Frank O'Connor Award for Burning Bright, a collection of short stories. His other work includes the novels One Foot in Eden and The Cove and another short story collection, Nothing Gold Can Stay. Ron Rash teaches at Western Carolina University and lives in the Appalachian Mountains, South Carolina. His most recent novel is The World Made Straight.

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