The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek

Two stories that have been overlooked in most fiction and history are: the story of the blue people of Kentucky and the Pack Horse Librarians of the 1930s, both are incredible examples of the resilience to triumph over difficult circumstances. This novel is a love letter to the women who daily risked their lives delivering books and other reading materials to those far removed from the traditional realms of “book learning.” It is also an ode to a group of people who were subjected to terrible treatment and crimes because of the color of their skin. This is a compelling and enjoyable read.