This was an intriguing story with interesting and well developed characters. If you attended one of their gatherings, you would know these folks and jump right in to the conversation. The story caught my interest and pulled me along, right up to that ominous last boat ride! This is a good book for curling up and meeting some real folks, blemishes and all. 

This novel is entertaining and has a well-developed cast of characters. I liked the author's portrayal of Zachary, who was a multidimensional and likable protagonist. If you enjoy character-driven novels that take place in small towns, you should consider reading it.