Description: Wonderfully atmospheric, infused with humor and poignancy, rich with the lyrical cadence of the South, and filled with lively characters, this long-awaited sequel to "Plantation" is vintage Frank, a deeply compelling and touching novel her fans are sure to savor.
Brief description:
New York Times bestseller Dorothea Benton Frank was born and raised on Sullivans Island, South Carolina. Until her passing in 2019, Dorothea and her husband split their time between New Jersey and South Carolina. A contemporary voice of the South, Dorothea Benton Frank was beloved by fans and friends alike since her debut novel Sullivans Island. Readers from coast to coast fell for the quick wit and the signature humor that permeated her many bestselling novels.
Review Quotes:
Here's one for the Southern gals as well as Yankees who appreciate Frank's signature mix of sass, sex, and gargantuan personalities.... below the always funny theatrics, however, is a compelling saga of loss and acceptance. When Frank nails it, she really nails it, and she does so here. - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Lowcountry Summer has it all: a sassy, lovable narrator; great, believable characters; laugh-out-loud lines; page-turning action; and surprising plot twists. in other words, it's Dorothea Benton Frank at her best!" - Cassandra King, author of Queen of Broken Hearts
"Seriously hilarious. LOWCOUNTRY SUMMER is also an incredibly poignant story of the relationship between a brother and sister. As only she can, Dorothea Benton Frank shows how we can survive loss, and explores the strong emotions home and family inspire. Get ready to laugh and cry." - Kathryn Stockett, author of THE HELP
"A masterful storyteller." - Booklist
"Frank specializes in resilient characters who survive thanks to a saucy combination of grit and humor." - Booklist on Full of Grace
"Frank keeps you reading compulsively." - Charlotte Observer on Sullivan's Island
Tight storytelling, winsomely oddball characters, and touches of Southern magic make this a winner. - Publishers Weekly