A World Lost

Set in the summer of 1944 during World War II, the story follows nine-year-old Andy Catlett in Kentucky, who is more focused on nature than the war's impact. The narrative takes a dark turn when his Uncle Andrew is murdered, leading Andy to grapple with feelings of guilt over the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Told from Andy's perspective fifty years later, the novel delves into the enduring influence of memory and the possibility of reconciliation with the past, prompting readers to reflect on their own histories.