Woe to Live on - by Daniel Woodrell (Paperback)

Woe to Live On is a gripping and intense novel that explores the nature of lawlessness and violence during the Civil War era.

The story follows sixteen-year-old Jake Roedel as he joins the First Kansas Irregulars, a secessionist group known for their brutality and violence.

Through Jake's eyes, we witness the horrors of war without standards or mercy, as friends fall and families flee.

Despite the violence, there is also a sense of loyalty and camaraderie among the Irregulars, which adds depth to the story.

The author, Daniel Woodrell, has captured the devastation of war and the twisting of men's minds in this fine novel.

With five of his published novels selected as New York Times Notable Books of the Year, Woodrell is a masterful writer who knows how to craft a compelling story.

Don't miss out on this powerful and thought-provoking read!