58 pages • 1 hour read
Kim Michele RichardsonThe Book Woman of Troublesome Creek
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek follows Cussy Mary Carter, a 19-year-old librarian with a genetic condition that turns her skin blue, as she navigates discrimination and delivers books in rural Kentucky during the Great Depression. Her journey highlights themes of community, prejudice, and resilience while fostering connections through her love of literature. Sensitive topics include assault and systemic discrimination.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson is widely praised for its rich historical detail and unique narrative about the Pack Horse Library Project. Reviewers commend its vivid portrayal of rural Kentucky life and complex characters. Criticisms include a sometimes slow pace and heavily descriptive prose. Overall, it's valued for its heartwarming and informative storytelling.
Who Should Read The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek?
Readers who would enjoy The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson are fans of historical fiction that emphasizes strong, resilient female protagonists. They'll appreciate the portrayal of the Pack Horse Library Project in 1930s Kentucky. Perfect for admirers of The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Historical Fiction
Values/Ideas: Equality
Society: Community
Values/Ideas: Trust & Doubt
Gender / Feminism