Money in the Mountains

"Money in the Mountains" explores the deep-rooted trauma and systemic neglect facing Appalachia, framing its struggles as part of a broader history of colonial exploitation. Through her work as a therapist within the community, Rayelle Davis sheds light on the cultural and systemic factors contributing to issues like addiction and despair, challenging readers to reconsider notions of identity and inequality in America. The book serves as both an indictment of predatory systems of power and a call for collective healing amid political polarization.