Hang the Moon by Jeannettte Walls

Title: Hang the Moon

Author: Jeannette Walls

Genre: Historical Fiction

Synopsis: "Sallie Kincaid is the daughter of the biggest man in a small town, the charismatic Duke Kincaid. Born at the turn of the 20th century into a life of comfort and privilege, Sallie remembers little about her mother who died in a violent argument with the Duke. By the time she is just eight years old, the Duke has remarried and had a son, Eddie. While Sallie is her father’s daughter, sharp-witted and resourceful, Eddie is his mother’s son, timid and cerebral. When Sallie tries to teach young Eddie to be more like their father, her daredevil coaching leads to an accident, and Sallie is cast out.

Nine years later, she returns, determined to reclaim her place in the family. That’s a lot more complicated than Sallie expected, and she enters a world of conflict and lawlessness. Sallie confronts the secrets and scandals that hide in the shadows of the Big House, navigates the factions in the family and town, and finally comes into her own as a bold, sometimes reckless bootlegger." - Back Cover

My Thoughts

This is another book that I received as a Christmas gift from a friend. I really enjoyed reading about this time period in a small town. The story explores complicated familial issues and the complexities of a blended family. It also highlights the lawlessness of small town America during prohibition, showing that money is the real power. 

I appreciate that Sallie does what she can to help the people of her town survive and keep her sprawling family together when everything seems to be pulling them apart. This is an interesting read, but not one to pull off the shelf if you're looking for something uplifting.

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