The Earth Remains, Shelley Burchfield
The Earth Remains, Shelley Burchfield
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The Earth Remains
A Novel

Author: Shelley Burchfield

Narrator: Teri Clark Linden

Unabridged: 25 hr 52 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/28/2023


Synopsis

In tumultuous 1860, South Carolina farmer Polly struggles to hold onto both her land and the slaves who plant and tend her valuable cotton, while still reeling from the murder of her young brothers years before. This horrific crime has gone unsolved and unpunished—until now. When details of the brutal murder come to light, she must make decisions that will change not only her own life, but the lives of every person on her farm.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Tami on January 14, 2022

Great read, one of those books that captivated you from page one, hard to put down, and I didn’t want it to end. I feel in love with the characters, the story, and writing style. Captivating!......more

Goodreads review by Megan on May 13, 2022

Wow wow wow this book is a great example of what it looks like to change your actions and stand up for what you believe in when you see things that are wrong. Throughout the whole story, not only was I rooting for Polly, but the story line invites you into the gross injustices and horrors that black......more

Goodreads review by Emilio on March 22, 2024

Deeply touching story situated in the secession war in USA. It's the story of a young woman, heir to a cotton plantation, and delves into slavery and racism, as well as gender roles, violence and absolution. It's written from the point of view of a candid but smart and sensitive white girl and her m......more

Goodreads review by Christina on June 06, 2023

3.5. Saw this on Scribd and I enjoyed it. I just would have given 4 stars if it had not been sooo long. But overall a good story.......more

Goodreads review by Michelle on March 05, 2024

I have read many books set in this time period, this ranks amongst the best to date. Well done with accuracy that I believe were the hearts of people at that time.......more