Hattie

The first words that Hattie shares are, "It's funny how the world can be as small as the flesh around you, or as large as the winds your voice travels upon." Then the novel begins, and it begins with the end—the end of Hattie's life. In a spare and powerful narrative—delivered in three parts “In the Meadow,” “By the Stream,” and “Through the Woods” —this soulful novel takes us on an intimate journey through the meaning of Hattie’s life and life in general. It delves fearlessly into the complexity of our human relationships, our yearning for the divine, and the ways in which these paths cross throughout our lives. Hattie tells her stories in the way she remembers them. Each story has its place and purpose in Hattie’s life and memory. For Hattie, love and loss are so intertwined it is hard to separate the two. By sharing her stories, Hattie reconnects with parts of her lost life and loves and finds the courage to tell the truths of her life—in death she discovers her voice. HATTIE the novel is a mystical, spiritual, and very human experience. HATTIE is an ideal choice for Book Clubs. A CONVERSATION GUIDE with Questions for Discussion is included to enhance both the individual and group reading experience.