A Painted House

Set in 1952 Arkansas, this poignant coming-of-age novel follows young Luke Chandler as he navigates a summer filled with mysteries, secrets, and revelations involving migrant workers, a brutal murder, and sudden changes within his small town. As Luke observes the unfolding events, he begins to unravel truths that could impact his family and community forever. Praised for its compelling storytelling, the book explores themes of innocence, secrecy, and transformation through the eyes of a boy on the cusp of growing up.