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Synopsis
In the wake of World War II, the Caskey family prospers in Perdido under the guidance of new matriarch Elinor Caskey. But the family's tragic, bloody past still haunts them even in the midst of what should be their greatest triumph.
The War: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This fourth installment in the Blackwater series contains strong violence, bloody family history, and mature themes of trauma and dark family secrets set in the post-WWII South.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, grief, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who appreciate Gothic horror and multi-generational family sagas will be drawn to the haunting exploration of prosperity built on a dark past.