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One Summer in Savannah: A Novel
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“Nothing short of astonishing. The best writers are brave writers, and Harris has proven herself among those ranks.” —Mateo Askaripour, New York Times bestselling author of Black Buck
A compelling debut that glows with bittersweet heart and touching emotion, deeply interrogating questions of family, redemption, and unconditional love in the sweltering summer heat of Savannah, as two people discover what it means to truly forgive.
It’s been eight years since Sara Lancaster left her home in Savannah, Georgia. Eight years since her daughter, Alana, came into this world, following a terrifying sexual assault that left deep emotional wounds Sara would do anything to forget. But when Sara’s father falls ill, she’s forced to return home and face the ghosts of her past.
While caring for her father and running his bookstore, Sara is desperate to protect her curious, outgoing, genius daughter from the Wylers, the family of the man who assaulted her. Sara thinks she can succeed—her attacker is in prison, his identical twin brother, Jacob, left town years ago, and their mother are all unaware Alana exists. But she soon learns that Jacob has also just returned to Savannah to piece together the fragments of his once-great family. And when their two worlds collide—with the type of force Sara explores in her poetry and Jacob in his astrophysics—they are drawn together in unexpected ways.
“An unforgettable portrayal of familial tragedy, bravery, and redemption.” —Kim Michele Richardson, New York Times bestselling author of The Book Woman’s Daughter
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One Summer in Savannah: A Novel
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Original price was: $16.99.$9.40Current price is: $9.40.
Kminyat –
Sarah has been living her life the best way she knows how, protective mode. And upon returning home to check on her father, she’s forced to deal with the trauma from her past. A trauma that gave her the best thjng in her life, her daughter Alana.
She’s very uncomfortable and concerned for Alana’s well being and safety. Until she makes a deal with Jacob. (Her attacker’s twin brother)
Jacob has also returned to Savannah for the summer. To try and rekindle some connection with his family. He’s been estranged from his family since he testified against his brother Daniel and further tore his family apart. But now he feels the need to mend his family relations and reform the brotherly bond. But Daniel’s illnesses may shorten the time they need to fix their relationship.
Daniel and Sarah come together for the sake of Alana but also find they are struggling with similar hurt and problems healing. Can this unlikely friendship create a safe place for healing and maybe something more.
This was such a great story. So many issues related to feelings of guilt and healing and knowing how and when to forgive. Both Sarah and Jacob have to figure out how to move past the anger and relearn how to trust and love. The pain and hurt are real and the fact that their lives and entwined with the same tragedy makes their friendship even more complicated. Watching them fight through their struggles made me wish harder for their happiness.
Ocean Lover –
I love to read and find there is nothing better than to read a book that you know you will keep with you for the rest of your life. I was so moved and impressed by Terah Shelton Harris’s writing that it is hard to put into words how much admiration I have for her gift as a writer. I grew to understand and love each of the characters in the story with each page that I read. How the author was able to include such detail and knowledge is mind blowing. The beauty of this book is how the characters took a horrific moment that devastated two very special, but very different, families and how members of the two families eventually were able to learn to accept and move past their grief and eventually forgive. I will warn readers that the story includes the very difficult topic of rape. My great thanks to the writer for the amazing experience I had devouring this book and I look forward to reading future books of hers.
holli –
I just finished reading this book a few minutes ago; and I’m verklempt, truly overwhelmed by its beauty and depth. The plot was so unique. The characters were so well developed; and all, well most, were so utterly lovable. Even the ones that were not exactly lovable were written in such a way that you understood their flaws and the pain behind it. This book was so powerful. She writes love so well. It’s hard to capture love so tangibly. I pray to God I live to have a love close to what she wrote!
Lee –
It is a quick read, a story that pulls you in but a little too predictable. The graphic sex scenes were unnecessary and cheapened the book, as if the publisher pushed the author to add the pages to lure in a certain type of reader. Detracted from the story and brought the book down to romance novel status for a few pages. Unfortunate.
MomE –
It was a tough situation, however, the author navigated through the topic skillfully and tastefully. The story is one that could trigger, however, the author offered a possibility of a way to process a difficulty situation with the power of love, family, without giving in to the pressures of powerful influencers. Well done. I’ve already ordered another book from this author. Although it was a quick read and difficult to put down, it is apparent the author has put a lot of thought into how each character is impacted and guides the reader towards how each character may process or work through their pain. I have already read this one twice. I own the paperback, have listened to the audio, and even purchased the kindle version. It is one I keep with me to reread when I find myself in the waiting room for my doctor, or mechanic, or just want to enjoy a quiet moment in my backyard. Do yourself a favor, and get a copy or two or three in all versions.
JMG –
I enjoyed watch Sara realize that she was a strong woman who overcame trauma and could face anything. I like how the author had Sara and Jacob remember their past instead of using flashbacks. Maybe that’s why the two-perspective story was easy to keep up with. I skipped over all of Hosea’s poetry. That didn’t lend to the story…it was weird. Despite that, I would recommend the book.
Debbie –
I discovered “One Summer in Savannah” by Terah Shelton Harris while participating in the “Together We Read” reading challenge on the Libby app. The book was immediately available for borrowing, which was quite convenient. Prior to reading, I encountered a variety of opinions on the book. Some readers criticized its realism, yet I found this aspect to be its strength. The narrative is enriched with poetry, a unique trait attributed to one of the characters, which I found immensely enjoyable to decode.
Sara’s father and Alana emerged as my favorite characters, each offering a depth that resonated with me. The narrative prompted me to reflect on how I might have navigated Sara’s dilemmas, and I concluded that I wouldn’t have altered her decisions. Initially, Birdie’s character appeared in need of assistance, but as the story unfolded, it became clear that her profound sadness significantly impacted her life, underscoring the need for professional guidance.
At its core, the story revolves around the theme of forgiveness, presenting an engaging exploration of how various characters confront and manage their challenges. The book provoked ongoing contemplation long after I had finished reading, a testament to its impact. Despite the adversity depicted, the story is fundamentally about personal growth and resilience as the characters learn to adapt to their circumstances. “One Summer in Savannah” is a narrative that transcends a simple love story, delving into forgiveness, family, grief, and much more, without any aspect I would wish to change.