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Simon the Fiddler by Paulette Jiles

Carol Lloyd sends a her newest book review...
  • Carol Lloyd
  • 05/19/2020 07:58 AM (update 04/10/2023 11:10 PM)
Simon the Fiddler by Paulette Jiles

Simon was conscripted late in the Civil War and after his last battle he and fellow musicians are tapped to play at a dinner. He sees Doris, the nanny of a Union officer, and is immediately smitten. This book is the story of Simon making his way to San Antonio in hopes that Doris feels the same about him. A beautifully written tale with lots of history woven together with authentic characters and descriptive landscapes.

Jiles is the author of "News of the World" which is a favorite of mine. Both titles are available in print and downloadable from Overdrive/Libby.

Carol Lloyd is the Director of the Churchill County Library. The library is currently offering Curb Service for materials.

 

 

 

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Rb 05/21/2020 11:53 AM
Keep writing these book reviews, please. News of the World is one of my all time favorite books, and I didn't even know this new book was out. Thank you.
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