Set in Virginia before the Civil War, this novel follows the stories of a group of people living in the small town of Tuckahoe. The reader is introduced to a cast of unforgettable characters, each with their own struggles and dreams. Through their intertwined stories, Eggleston paints a vivid portrait of a bygone era and a way of life that is quickly disappearing.

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