A contemporary literary thriller, You're A Big Girl Now is the gripping sequel to The Company You Keep, recently adapted into a major film directed by and starring Robert Redford, alongside Shia LeBoeuf and Susan Sarandon.
When journalist Benjamin Schulberg discovers a link between lawyer Jim Grant and a notorious Vietnam-era fugitive, the world that Jim has carefully built for himself and his daughter collapses. Still wanted for murder in a bank robbery gone wrong in 1974, Jim is back on the run after decades living under a false identity, and he must travel deep into his past to clear his name and save his daughter. Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam war, The Company You Keep is an intelligent thriller about political ideals, family loyalties, and the shadowy world of the radical anti-war group the Weather Underground.
The narrative explores the author's travels through various gold mining districts in Guyana, detailing interactions with diverse groups such as miners, shopkeepers, and indigenous peoples. It captures the unique experiences of selling consumer goods to these individuals and culminates in the author's personal journey into gold mining. The book offers insights into the culture and economy of the region while highlighting the challenges and adventures faced in this vibrant, often harsh environment.