This was one of my anticipated reads for 2020. And I enjoyed it!
Big Lies in a Small Town features dual timelines. It follows Morgan in 2018, who’s been released from prison early if she takes the opportunity to restore an old painting for a small North Carolina community. In 1940, we follow Anna who has one a competition to create a mural for that same community.
The mystery of the mural and the townspeople starts to unravel as Morgan begins her work.
This is a slow burning story that is written wonderfully. The writing actually reminded me a little bit of Kristin Hannah’s. The characters were well developed. The issues of race and the male/female dynamic is very reflective of the times. There’s even a tiny bit of romance in this book too that was unexpected based on the synopsis!
This book is about connection, history, and finding your truth. It is a wonderful read if you can handle the slow but steady pace.