Janet Beard Books

Janet Beard writes with a keen eye for detail and psychological depth, often delving into the complexities of family relationships and the secrets hidden beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives. Her style is characterized by sharp insights and the ability to render the atmosphere of a place so vividly that it becomes an almost palpable character. Beard explores themes of identity, memory, and the impact of the past on the present. Her prose offers readers an engaging look into the human psyche, prompting reflection on their own lives.

Atomic City Girls LP, The
464 pages
17 hours of reading
3.6(107)Add rating
Set in November 1944, the story follows eighteen-year-old June Walker as she travels to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, a secretive town shrouded in mystery and security. Amidst a backdrop of trailers and segregated living, she joins a group of young women tasked with operating large machines, the true purpose of which remains undisclosed. The narrative explores themes of secrecy, the impact of war, and the experiences of women in a pivotal yet hidden chapter of history.
The Ballad of Laurel Springs
288 pages
11 hours of reading
3.5(195)Add rating
"A provocative new novel by the nationally bestelling author of THE ATOMIC CITY GIRLS, about nine generations of one family in Eastern Tennessee whose women, in eerie echoes of the notorious Appalachian murder ballads made famous by singers, over more than a century, have been traumatized by acts of violence"--
The Atomic City Girls
353 pages
13 hours of reading
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Atomic City Girls LP, The

The Ballad of Laurel Springs

The Atomic City Girls