When Silence Sings

by Sarah Loudin Thomas Narrated by Leah Horowitz

Overview

Colman Harpe works for the CO in the Appalachian rail town of Thurmond, West Virginia, but he'd rather be a preacher and lead his own congregation. When a member of the rival McLean clan guns down his cousin and the clan matriarch, Serepta McLean, taunts the Harpes by coming to a tent revival in their territory, Colman chooses peace over seeking revenge with the rest of his family. Colman, known for an unnaturally keen sense of hearing, is shocked when he hears God tell him to preach to the McLeans. A failed attempt to run away leaves Colman sick and suffering in the last place he wanted to be--McLean territory. Nursed by herbalist Ivy Gordon--a woman whose unusual appearance has made her an outcast--he's hindered in his calling by Serepta's iron grip on the region and his uncle's desire to break that grip. But appearances can be deceiving, and he soon learns that the face of evil doesn't look like he expected.

Editorial Reviews

Library Journal

11/01/2019

Struggles, drama, and local flavor abound in this novel by Thomas (The Sound of Rain). A gentle telling reminiscent of the legendary war between the Hatfields and McCoys, it takes place in the Appalachian town of Thurmond, WV, in 1930, where the Harpe and McLean families are feuding. Colman Harpe, an aspiring young preacher, is trying to break free from the violent choices of his people with little success. His cousin is gunned down by the McLeans, and God tells him to preach to his enemies. Colman resists but soon is sick and caught in McLean territory, tended to by a local outcast. Thomas unfolds a great story line with facts that can only come from extended research. Characters draw in readers, begging them to take a position and choose which side of the line they will stand. After finishing the novel, readers will be questioning their own family values and what they know to be true. VERDICT Fans of historical Southern fiction will be drawn to this title, as will readers of Lisa Wingate and Karen Witemeyer. The author's followers will find this latest offering comparable to her previous work.—Shondra Brown, Wakarusa P.L., IN

Product Details

BN ID:	2940173988706
Publisher:	Recorded Books, LLC
Publication date:	11/05/2019
Edition description:	Unabridged

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