"A love story at its core, this intensely emotional novel connects to readers on many levels as it examines the ideas of family, identity and the complicated relationships that grew out of the civil rights movement." — In the Fields Kirkus Review
1971—In the tiny, backward town of Tulma, Tennessee, optimistic, bookish Caroline Carson unwittingly finds herself in the middle of a forbidden romance. Severely neglected by her family and forced to flee Tulma to protect her secrets, Caroline’s young life comes crashing down around her. She finds refuge in a new town, but the past always has a way of stretching around time and stirring up trouble.
When a new love comes into her life, she has to decide if she can give her heart to someone else, or if she will always be tied to someone she can’t have.
Willow Aster is the author of True Love Story and In the Fields, and many more to come. She loves her crazy life with her husband and kids.
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"A love story at its core, this intensely emotional novel connects to readers on many levels as it examines the ideas of family, identity and the complicated relationships that grew out of the civil rights movement."--Kirkus
"If Willow Aster publishes a book about the molecular structure of a walnut, I will read it. Her writing is flawless. With only two books under her belt, she has the caliber of a seasoned traditionally published author. In the Fields is a gut wrenching story that made my heart break in shame then swell with hope. It's powerful and moving making me feel indignant and exasperated yet optimistic and determined. It's so relevant. It's bravery in words. It's a must-read. It's outstanding."--Michelle Finkle
"In the Fields is one of the most beautiful and touching stories I have read this year. I highly recommend that you pick In the Fields up immediately. It's is not your typical romance and that's why I like it. Like Caroline says, I was 'filled up to my toes with all the goodness.'"--Megan Simpson
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"A love story at its core, this intensely emotional novel connects to readers on many levels as it examines the ideas of family, identity and the complicated relationships that grew out of the civil rights movement." — In the Fields Kirkus Review 1971—In the tiny, backward town of Tulma, Tennessee, optimistic, bookish Caroline Carson unwittingly finds herself in the middle of a forbidden romance. Severely neglected by her family and forced to flee Tulma to protect her secrets, Caroline’s young life comes crashing down around her. She finds refuge in a new town, but the past always has a way of stretching around time and stirring up trouble. When a new love comes into her life, she has to decide if she can give her heart to someone else, or if she will always be tied to someone she can’t have. Willow Aster is the author of True Love Story and In the Fields, and many more to come. She loves her crazy life with her husband and kids. ** ### Review "A love story at its core, this intensely emotional novel connects to readers on many levels as it examines the ideas of family, identity and the complicated relationships that grew out of the civil rights movement."--Kirkus "If Willow Aster publishes a book about the molecular structure of a walnut, I will read it. Her writing is flawless. With only two books under her belt, she has the caliber of a seasoned traditionally published author. In the Fields is a gut wrenching story that made my heart break in shame then swell with hope. It's powerful and moving making me feel indignant and exasperated yet optimistic and determined. It's so relevant. It's bravery in words. It's a must-read. It's outstanding."--Michelle Finkle "In the Fields is one of the most beautiful and touching stories I have read this year. I highly recommend that you pick In the Fields up immediately. It's is not your typical romance and that's why I like it. Like Caroline says, I was 'filled up to my toes with all the goodness.'"--Megan Simpson