59 pages 1 hour read

Annie Barrows

The Truth According to Us

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Before You Read

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The Truth According to Us by Annie Barrows follows Washington socialite Layla Beck, who is sent to work for the Federal Writers' Project in Macedonia, West Virginia. While boarding with the Romeyn family, she delves into the town's vibrant history, uncovering secrets and forming connections with the residents, especially the perceptive 12-year-old Willa Romeyn. Themes of history, community, and family intertwine as long-buried truths come to light. This book includes themes of betrayal, family conflict, and a tragic accident.

Reviews & Readership

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Annie Barrows' The Truth According to Us showcases rich historical storytelling with endearing characters set in 1930s West Virginia. Readers appreciated the vivid depiction of small-town life and the intricate, multi-generational relationships. However, some found the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally meandering. Overall, it's a nostalgic and engaging read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Truth According to Us?

Readers who enjoy richly detailed historical novels and small-town family dynamics will be captivated by Annie Barrows' The Truth According to Us. Fans of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird and Kathryn Stockett's The Help will appreciate its nostalgic exploration of complex relationships and moral dilemmas.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Historical Fiction

Realistic Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Family

Life/Time: Coming of Age

Emotions/Behavior: Memory

Topics

History: World