My Mistress' Eyes are Raven Black

Name: My Mistress' Eyes are Raven Black
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SKU: 9781684426942
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By Terry Roberts

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My Mistress' Eyes are Raven Black by Terry Roberts is a gripping crime and thriller tale set on Ellis Island during the 1920s. It follows the mysterious disappearance of a young Irish immigrant, which draws the protagonist into a web of deceit and danger. As secrets unravel, the story explores themes of identity, prejudice, and the dark depths of human nature.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy crime and thriller stories with a historical twist set on Ellis Island in the late 1920s. You might appreciate the gripping tale of mystery and suspense as a government agent investigates a series of disappearances against the backdrop of immigration and identity in America. It's perfect for readers who enjoy atmospheric narratives with a touch of noir.

My Mistress' Eyes are Raven Black

My Mistress' Eyes Are Raven Black is a noir thriller set on Ellis Island in 1920. It explores just how far some human beings will go to protect racial purity and condemn those they fear.

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Southern Fiction: Terry Roberts' debut novel with the same main character, A Short Time to Stay Here, won the Willie Morris Award for Southern Fiction and received endorsements from critically acclaimed authors including Lee Smith, Elizabeth Spencer, Robert Morgan, and others.

An Immigrant's Tale: This immensely topical story will appeal widely to those interested in the history of Ellis Island and current socio-political issues concerning immigration.

Award-winning Novelist: In addition to his accolades for A Short Time to Stay Here, his second novel, That Bright Land, won the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award, the James Still Award for Writing about the Appalachian South, and received a starred review from PW who called it a "gripping whodunit."

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My Mistress' Eyes are Raven Black by Terry Roberts is praised as an enthralling historical thriller set in the 1920s that tackles themes of race and immigration. Critics highlight its blend of mystery, romance, and social commentary, likening its style to classic crime fiction while addressing contemporary issues. The book is commended for its engaging narrative, strong characterisation, and exploration of moral complexities, making it a compelling page-turner.

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ISBN: 9781684426942

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 September 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Turner Publishing Company

Edition: New edition

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

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About the Author

Terry Roberts is the author of three celebrated novels: A Short Time to Stay Here (winner of the Willie Morris Prize for Southern Fiction and the Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Fiction); That Bright Land (winner of the Thomas Wolfe Literary Award, the James Still Award for Writing About the Appalachian South and the Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Fiction); and most recently, The Holy Ghost Speakeasy and Revival (a finalist for the 2019 Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Fiction). Roberts is a lifelong teacher and educational reformer as well as an award-winning novelist. He is a native of the mountains of Western North Carolina—born and bred. His ancestors include six generations of mountain farmers, as well as the bootleggers and preachers who appear in his novels. He was raised close by his grandmother, Belva Anderson Roberts, who was born in 1888 and passed down to him the magic of the past along with the grit and humor of mountain storytelling. Currently, Roberts is the Director of the National Paideia Center and lives in Asheville, North Carolina with his wife, Lynn.

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