The Night the River Wept: A Novel BY Lo Patrick

"An increasingly gripping southern-crime tale" praised by Booklist and featured as one of Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Hot New Summer Books," Lo Patrick's latest novel delves deep into the complexities of small-town Georgia life, blending suspense with the charm of Southern fiction.

Arlene, long rooted in a quiet Georgia town, finds herself at a crossroads in her marriage to Tommy, her high school sweetheart. Struggling to conceive and seeking distraction from marital tensions, she takes on a part-time job at the local police department, where she sifts through old evidence and cold cases. Among them, the mysterious deaths of three young brothers on Deck River and the subsequent suicide of Mitchell Wright, the prime suspect, captivate her attention.

Driven by a growing obsession with unraveling the truth behind the Broderick boys' tragic fate, Arlene enlists the help of unlikely allies—a resourceful police receptionist and a family friend of the Wrights. Together, they navigate the shadows of the past, uncovering secrets that intertwine with their own lives and relationships.

As the chilly fall unfolds in the mountainous backdrop of northern Georgia, Arlene's quest for justice becomes intertwined with her personal journey towards understanding and fulfillment. She believes that solving the cold case holds the key to finding stability in her marriage and the sense of purpose she craves.

Lo Patrick, known for her evocative storytelling in novels like The Floating Girls, intricately weaves together themes of longing, resilience, and the complexities of human nature against a vivid Southern landscape. With characters that resonate with authenticity and a narrative that brims with both heartbreak and hope, Patrick's novel promises to captivate readers drawn to tales of mystery and emotional depth in the Southern tradition.