With each book he writes, I always think Taylor Brown just keeps getting better and better at his craft. Rednecks is no exception, beautifully written (I reread the prologue twice it was that good) and exquisitely researched. Taylor treats the plight of the miners of West Virginia with an expert hand, educating us about a little-known piece of our country’s history. Taylor is truly one of the best modern American writers, imbuing his work with humanity and heart.
Rednecks by Taylor Brown, (List Price: $29, St. Martin’s Press, 9781250329332, May 2024)
Reviewed by Melissa Taylor, E. Shaver Bookseller in Savannah, Georgia