Balm: A Novel

by Dolen Perkins-Valdez

Book Overview

Powerful characters and exquisite prose bring to life a tumultuous period of American history that still demands our attention. Tara Conklin, New York Times bestselling author of The House GirlThe Civil War has ended, and Madge, Sadie, and Hemp have each come to Chicago in search of a new life. Born with magical hands, Madge has the power to discern others suffering and ease it, but she cannot heal her own damaged heart. To mend herself and continue...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062318659
• ISBN13: 9780062318657
• Release Date: May 2015
• Publisher: Amistad
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.1" x 6.1" x 1.2"