The Well and the Mine
The Well and the Mine
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
304
Novel • Fiction
Alabama • 1930s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Well and the Mine by Gin Phillips, set in Alabama during the Great Depression, young Tess Moore witnesses a mysterious woman dropping a baby into her family's well, sparking a quest with her sister Virgie to uncover the truth, which reveals the harsh realities of racial and economic divides in their small town. The novel contains descriptions of child death.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Gin Phillips' The Well and the Mine has garnered acclaim for its vivid depiction of 1930s Alabama and its exploration of racial and social issues through the lens of a young girl’s discovery. Critics praise its evocative prose and strong character development. However, some find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally predictable. Overall, it’s a compelling read that deeply resonates.
Who Should Read The Well and the Mine?
Readers who enjoy The Well and the Mine by Gin Phillips are likely captivated by Southern family sagas and historical fiction set during the Great Depression. Fans of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird and John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath will appreciate the novel's exploration of moral dilemmas and community resilience.
304
Novel • Fiction
Alabama • 1930s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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