Boatman's Daughter
Go read Andy Davidson's lush nightmare, The Boatman's Daughter. It put an arrow through my head and heart." --Paul Tremblay, author of Growing Things
Ample bloodshed is offset by beautiful prose . . . A stunning supernatural Southern Gothic. --Kirkus (starred) Ever since her father was killed when she was just a child, Miranda Crabtree has kept her head down and her eyes up, ferrying contraband for a mad preacher and his declining band of followers to make ends meet and to protect an old witch and a secret child from harm. But dark forces are at work in the bayou, both human and supernatural, conspiring to disrupt the rhythms of Miranda's peculiar and precarious life. And when the preacher makes an unthinkable demand, it sets Miranda on a desperate, dangerous path, forcing her to consider what she is willing to sacrifice to keep her loved ones safe. With the heady mythmaking of Neil Gaiman and the heartrending pacing of Joe Hill, Andy Davidson spins a thrilling tale of love and duty, of loss and discovery. The Boatman's Daughter is a gorgeous, horrifying novel, a journey into the dark corners of human nature, drawing our worst fears and temptations out into the light.BUY THE BOOK
Community Reviews
The book is well-written, with a haunting and atmospheric narrative that evokes the eerie and mysterious landscape of the Gulf Coast. The author effectively uses vivid descriptions and a rich sense of place to create a vivid and immersive world.
The characters are well-drawn and believable, with Miranda as a particularly compelling and complex protagonist. The book also features a cast of secondary characters, each with their own distinct personalities and motivations.
The novel also explores complex themes, such as the nature of family, the legacy of violence, and the struggle for redemption. The story raises thought-provoking questions about the power of community and the consequences of one's actions.
The book also has some unique and refreshing twists on the traditional Southern Gothic genre, which make it stand out from other novels in the genre. The author's attention to detail in creating the world and the characters is impressive, and the story is well-structured and satisfying.
However, some readers may find the book's pacing slow at times, as the story is more character-driven than action-packed. The ending may also be divisive, as it is somewhat open-ended and may leave some questions unanswered.
Overall, "The Boatman's Daughter" is a well-crafted and haunting Southern Gothic novel that explores complex themes and features well-developed characters. It is recommended for readers who enjoy atmospheric and character-driven stories with a focus on the Southern Gothic genre.
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