Valentine by Elizabeth Wetmore (Hardback)

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"Valentine" by Elizabeth Wetmore is a powerful and thought-provoking novel set in the 1970s in the oilfields of West Texas. The book explores themes of resilience, justice, and the impact of violence on a tight-knit community.

The plot of the novel centers around the aftermath of a brutal assault on a young Mexican girl named Gloria Ramirez. After the assault, the lives of several women in the town of Odessa become intertwined as they grapple with the trauma and seek justice for Gloria. These women include Mary Rose, a young mother; Corrine, a housewife; and Debra Ann, a teenager.

As the story unfolds, the women's lives are profoundly affected by the assault and the subsequent trial of the perpetrator. They confront their own fears, prejudices, and vulnerabilities while trying to support Gloria and ensure that justice is served in a community where the oil industry dominates and traditional gender roles are deeply ingrained.

"Valentine" is a gripping and emotionally charged narrative that sheds light on the complexities of gender, race, and class in a small Texas town. It paints a vivid portrait of the resilience of the women who refuse to be silenced and who come together to confront the violence that threatens their community.

The novel is a testament to the strength of female solidarity and the enduring quest for justice in the face of adversity. Elizabeth Wetmore's storytelling offers a poignant exploration of the lasting impact of trauma and the courage it takes to confront a culture of silence and complicity.

ISBN

9780062913265

Book Title

Valentine : a Read with Jenna Pick

Item Length

9in

Publisher

HarperCollins

Publication Year

2020

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Item Height

1in

Author

Elizabeth Wetmore

Genre

Fiction

Item Width

6in

Item Weight

16.4 Oz

Number of Pages

320 Pages