About “Back roads”
Harley Altmyer, a young man trapped in a Pennsylvania coal town, cares for his three younger sisters after his mother relinquishes her parental duties. His life becomes more complicated when he develops an intense obsession with Callie Mercer, the mother of two who lives nearby, leading to the uncovering of family secrets and unspoken truths.
Praise for “Back roads”
“A page-turner...gritty, funny, sexy.”
“Poignant...achingly beautiful prose...remarkable.”
“Nearly impossible to put down.”
Book details
- Published
- 1999
- Latest edition
- 1999 · ISBN 9780451212450
- ISBN
- 9780451212450
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Back roads?
Back roads by Tawni O'Dell has 352 pages.
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