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The Torrance Book Club was started many years ago by Michelle. We used to meet in person, but after Covid began meeting virtually and like the ability to include readers from all areas.

The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek: A Novel

The bestselling historical fiction from Kim Michele Richardson, this is a novel following Cussy Mary, a packhorse librarian and her quest to bring books to the Appalachian community she loves, perfect for readers of Lee Smith and Lisa Wingate.

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Published May 7, 2019

320 pages

Average rating: 7.91

1,068 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

mpaetow
Mar 15, 2025
9/10 stars
Great Historical Fiction. Well researched. Wonderful book to reflect on our own bias. Great discussion on prejudices! Highly recommend for anyone who likes historical fiction. Kentucky history that can be used for any history class in any state! Some of Depression Era public works projects I wasn’t aware of!
ReadingBTWines
Dec 29, 2023
10/10 stars
One of the best historical fiction novels I have ever read. It was a heart warming, edge of your seat read that I couldn't put down. I can't wait to read the second book.
KKnutzen
May 23, 2025
8/10 stars
An interesting historical read. I hadn't never read anything like this before and enjoyed the story.
Anonymous
Apr 19, 2025
6/10 stars
3.75 stars. The 2nd half was better than the first. I felt like the book was preachy at times. (Preaching to the reader) I think that if the story was a bit stronger the reader could figure out for themselves the wrongs and injustice of the time and place.
wardbunch
Mar 26, 2025
10/10 stars
Really enjoyable visit to Appalachia.

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