The Scent of Rain and Lightning
The Scent of Rain and Lightning
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionRose, Kansas • 2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Scent of Rain and Lightning, a woman revisits her past after her father's presumed killer is released from prison. Set in a small Kansas town, the story explores themes of family, memory, and justice. As she unravels long-buried secrets, the woman's journey towards truth impacts her understanding of her own history.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Emotional
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Scent of Rain and Lightning by Nancy Pickard is praised for its evocative setting and intricate plotting. Readers appreciate the strong character development and suspenseful narrative. However, some note a slow start and occasional predictability. Overall, it delivers a compelling mystery with emotional depth.
Who Should Read The Scent of Rain and Lightning?
Fans of suspenseful mysteries and rich character studies, akin to those found in Gillian Flynn’s Sharp Objects or Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, will relish The Scent of Rain and Lightning. This novel's blend of family secrets and small-town dynamics creates a gripping narrative for readers who enjoy atmospheric storytelling.
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionRose, Kansas • 2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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