The Flood (Blackwater, #1)
The Flood (Blackwater, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1983
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Alabama • 1920s
1983
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Michael McDowell's The Flood is the first installment in the Blackwater series. The narrative unfolds in Perdido, Alabama, tracing the Caskey family's experiences amidst a great flood. Set in the early 20th century, the novel intertwines gothic elements with Southern historical context, highlighting individual and familial resilience.
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Michael McDowell's The Flood garners praise for its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, blending Southern Gothic elements with family drama. Readers appreciate the richly drawn characters and suspenseful build-up. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative dense. Overall, it’s recommended for fans of detailed, immersive storytelling.
Who Should Read The Flood (Blackwater, #1)?
Readers who relish Southern Gothic fiction with richly drawn characters and atmospheric settings will enjoy Michael McDowell's The Flood. Perfect for fans of William Faulkner's As I Lay Dying and Flannery O'Connor's Wise Blood, this novel offers a gripping blend of family drama and eerie suspense.
44,872 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Alabama • 1920s
1983
Adult
18+ years
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