The Tobacco Barn, Paperback/Tennessee Gunns

The extraordinary story of a man's journey from soldier to fisherman unfolds as the "Son of the South" demonstrates resilience through relationships with friends and loved ones. Mickey Starr's promise to his wife changes his plans and with the help of his grandson, he revisits what's important to him. Covering a half-century of Starr's tumultuous adventure, The Tobacco Barn , set in scenic coastal Georgia boasts a blossoming love story where Mickey's friend, singer Volt Hendricks meets stunning Shasta McGregor and sparks fly. Unfortunately, love has a price. Outside Savannah, a disintegrating community causes Mickey to reminisce about better times when his world was wonderful and lively. Only through Mickey's personal vision and his valued friendships are they able to revive his surroundings and himself. The grappling of love and revenge asserts The Tobacco Barn as an authentic account of hope and selflessness.