This book, written by a popular author, is intriguing. Mysteries and secrets with red herrings thrown in keep the story moving. The characters are realistic and somewhat enchanting. The part of this book that is my favorite…the images…the word pictures. This author is talented and gifted at writing a story that is like a painting. I liked this book so much. The time period is one of my favorites…. This is a book that cannot be put down. I read it beginning to end in a short time. It is a story to be cherished with characters who we might know. This book was sent to me electronically by Netgalley for review. Thanks to the publisher and author. I cannot say enough good things about this book. The comparison of the river to life…love that.