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The river between us

Pages
176
Published
2003
Language
English

Synopsis

In the tumultuous early days of the Civil War, the Pruitt family in Illinois opens their home to two enigmatic young women seeking refuge from New Orleans. As the war rages on, secrets from the past begin to surface, intertwining the lives of these strangers and revealing unexpected truths. This historical tale explores themes of family, identity, and the hidden currents that run between us.

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About the author

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Richard Peck

Richard Peck is a celebrated author whose work often explores themes of adolescence and social issues. Readers might know him from his novels like Are You in the House Alone? or his educational series Timeless Voices, Timeless Themes. He has a knack for telling stories that resonate.

Characters

Pruitt familySupporting
All characters in The river between us