If the Creek Don't Rise
If the Creek Don't Rise
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Appalachian Mountains • 1970s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
If the Creek Don't Rise by Leah Weiss is a novel centered on Sadie Blue, an Appalachian woman navigating life's challenges in a small North Carolina town. The story reveals community dynamics and personal struggles in a richly woven narrative. The book explores themes of resilience, support, and transformation within a close-knit, rural environment.
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Review Roundup
Leah Weiss's If the Creek Don't Rise offers a richly detailed portrait of Appalachia, praised for its atmospheric writing and strong character development. However, some reviewers found the pacing uneven and the multiple perspectives challenging to follow. Overall, it's a compelling debut that vividly captures the struggles and resilience of its characters.
Who Should Read If the Creek Don't Rise?
Readers who appreciate poignant, character-driven stories set in rural Appalachia, much like in The Color Purple by Alice Walker or Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens, will be captivated by If the Creek Don't Rise by Leah Weiss. Fans of evocative, atmospheric narratives with strong female protagonists will particularly enjoy this novel.
33,887 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Appalachian Mountains • 1970s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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