The Midnight Cool

by Lydia Peelle

Book Overview

The Whiting Award--winning author of the story collection Reasons for and Advantages of Breathing delivers her enchanting debut novel, set in 1916 Tennessee: a rich and rewarding tale of two flawed yet endearing grifters who pursue women, wealth, and a surprisingly valuable commodity for the troops in Europe--mules.

A middle-aged Irish immigrant, Billy has a gift for illusion--making damaged objects look new. His companion, Charles, the smooth-tongued...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062475460
• ISBN13: 9780062475466
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Harper
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.3" x 9.1"