The Sweetness of Water (Oprah's Book Club): A Novel By Nathan Harris

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER / AN OPRAH’S BOOK CLUB PICKPRESIDENT OBAMA’S SUMMER 2021 READING LIST In the spirit of The Known World and The Underground Railroad, “a miraculous debut” (Washington Post) and “a towering achievement of imagination” (CBS This Morning)about the unlikely bond between two freedmen who are brothers and the Georgia farmer whose alliance will alter their lives, and his, forever—from “a storyteller with bountiful insight and assurance” (Kirkus)A New York Times Book Review Editors’ ChoiceA July Indie Next PickIn the waning days of the Civil War, brothers Prentiss and Landry—freed by the Emancipation Proclamation—seek refuge on the homestead of George Walker and his wife, Isabelle. The Walkers, wracked by the loss of their only son to the war, hire the brothers to work their farm, hoping through an unexpected friendship to stanch their grief. Prentiss and Landry, meanwhile, plan to save money for the journey north and a chance to reunite with their mother, who was sold away when they were boys. Parallel to their story runs a forbidden romance between two Confederate soldiers. The young men, recently returned from the war to the town of Old Ox, hold their trysts in the woods. But when their secret is discovered, the resulting chaos, including a murder, unleashes convulsive repercussions on the entire community. In the aftermath of so much turmoil, it is Isabelle who emerges as an unlikely leader, proffering a healing vision for the land and for the newly free citizens of Old Ox. With candor and sympathy, debut novelist Nathan Harris creates an unforgettable cast of characters, depicting Georgia in the violent crucible of Reconstruction. Equal parts beauty and terror, as gripping as it is moving, The Sweetness of Water is an epic whose grandeur locates humanity and love amid the most harrowing circumstances.

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This work of historical fiction by new author Nathan Harris, takes place just after the end of the Civil War, in a small town in Georgia. The story primarily revolves around the recently freed brothers Prentiss and Landry, the farmer George that hires them, and his wife Isabelle. I don't want to spoil the plot, so I'll just give my general thoughts:The pacing of the story is somewhat slow, but this also allows time for the nuances of the character's relationships to be fully fleshed out. The slower pace of the story also seemed to fit with my mental image of the time period, so it didn't bother me much. Just be prepared for a slower build, though it moves a bit more quickly about halfway through.Historical fiction is not usually my favorite genre, but I was impressed with how these characters seemed so familiar and relatable, while still fitting in with the time period in the story. Harris was able to capture the tensions of family, relationships, and fear of change; that all still seem relevant today. The brave person from a different background supporting people from another culture, despite what others may think of them, resonates in modern times as well. Difficulty communicating in relationships also seems to transcend time, and I suspect many readers will find at least one dynamic that feels familiar to them.This was certainly impressive for a first book, as Harris seems to be great at creating realistic character dynamics and a powerful, emotional story. I will look forward to reading more from Harris in the future.

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