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The Legacy of Eden

The Legacy of Eden

Author(s): Nelle Davy

Location(s): Iowa

Genre(s): Fiction

Era(s): Modern and Various

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This book is described as a reworking of I, Claudius, but set on a corn farm “Aurelia” in Iowa. The Grandmother is on her deathbed and talks to her Granddaughter – memories and details of relationships that have permeated the history of the farm.

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This has some really lyrical writing, and I was covered in goosebumps by the end. I really recommend this read if you like smart, atmospheric novels that convey a real sense of place as...

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