Summer Has Ended

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Set in the mid-1940s on a South Texas farm, the story follows Jeremy Stroop, an inquisitive adolescent navigating a harsh and complex world. His experiences are framed by a Pentecostal revival led by the charismatic Rev. Flancher, drawing him into the community's gritty realities of sexism and racism. Jeremy's search for understanding and meaning is portrayed with clarity and precision, highlighting his resilience and innocence. The narrative captures the essence of a boy's journey in a morally ambiguous landscape, making it a timeless exploration of human experience.