The Martians and the Coys

In this captivating tale, young Lem longs for adventure beyond guarding a still while his family engages in feuding. As Maw Coy makes her way through the south pasture and across a creek, she navigates the wilderness with a sense of urgency to ensure her family is fed. Expecting to find her husband and boys at the hidden still, she instead discovers only Lem, whose obliviousness raises her concerns in a world troubled by the looming presence of revenue agents. The story unfolds in a rich, evocative setting where family dynamics and a pursuit of survival play out against the backdrop of rural life.