One Peculiar Summer

Set in the Alabama woods, this Southern coming-of-age story follows adult Franny Primm as she reflects on a memorable summer from her childhood, filled with distinctive characters such as a horseback-riding boy named Zorro, local orphans, and a nearby Catholic community. Through her memories, the narrative weaves together a series of events that uncover a mysterious, haunting truth. The story explores themes of memory, mystery, and the complexities of growing up.