Fourth of July Creek - by Smith Henderson (Paperback)

Fourth of July Creek is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of freedom, community, grace, suspicion, and anarchy in America.

The story follows social worker Pete Snow as he becomes embroiled in a massive manhunt after his client, a disturbed survivalist, sparks the interest of the FBI.

With courage and caution, Pete slowly earns the trust of this paranoid individual, but as his own family spins out of control, the situation takes a dark and violent turn. Told through the eyes of an undernourished, nearly feral eleven-year-old boy living in the Montana wilderness, Fourth of July Creek is an unforgettable and deeply moving portrayal of the human condition.

With its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its exploration of the darker aspects of American society, this novel will leave you breathless and changed forever.

Don't miss out on this masterful debut from Smith Henderson - a must-read for fans of Cormac McCarthy and Kent Haruf.