| Author: | Rose Gluck | ISBN: | 9781311459022 |
| Publisher: | Rose Gluck | Publication: | December 4, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Smashwords Edition | Language: | English |
| Author: | Rose Gluck |
| ISBN: | 9781311459022 |
| Publisher: | Rose Gluck |
| Publication: | December 4, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Smashwords Edition |
| Language: | English |
Oregon, 1940s: Eve Miller, a young war widow, rebels against the ordinariness of womanhood in the post-war era. Eve is enlightened as she succumbs to the sensual temptation of an adulterous affair. In its aftermath, Eve Miller’s life unravels and leads to unexpected violence and moral isolation. Exuberance Is Beauty, is a contemporary interpretation of Adam and Eve’s biblical allegory and Eve’s fall into desolation. The story examines the consequence of erotic obsession and the repentance the female protagonist must pay for her sins of the flesh.
Reviews
"This story is a very intense psychological thriller and a hauntingly beautiful story at the same time."
"This story is intense! I love the way the author pulled it all together, and gave us a terrifying glimpse into the mistreatment of women in the 40's"
"I highly recommend this book. It's a great, gripping read."
"This is a socially important and poignant tale of a war widow’s seduction."
Oregon, 1940s: Eve Miller, a young war widow, rebels against the ordinariness of womanhood in the post-war era. Eve is enlightened as she succumbs to the sensual temptation of an adulterous affair. In its aftermath, Eve Miller’s life unravels and leads to unexpected violence and moral isolation. Exuberance Is Beauty, is a contemporary interpretation of Adam and Eve’s biblical allegory and Eve’s fall into desolation. The story examines the consequence of erotic obsession and the repentance the female protagonist must pay for her sins of the flesh.
Reviews
"This story is a very intense psychological thriller and a hauntingly beautiful story at the same time."
"This story is intense! I love the way the author pulled it all together, and gave us a terrifying glimpse into the mistreatment of women in the 40's"
"I highly recommend this book. It's a great, gripping read."
"This is a socially important and poignant tale of a war widow’s seduction."
