The Summer that Melted Everything
The Summer that Melted Everything
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Breathed, Ohio • 1980s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Summer that Melted Everything by Tiffany McDaniel follows Fielding Bliss during a sweltering 1984 Ohio summer when his father invites the devil to their town. A mysterious boy claiming to be the devil arrives, leading the community to confront moral dilemmas, prejudices, and truths in the intense heat.
Dark
Mysterious
Melancholic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Summer that Melted Everything by Tiffany McDaniel is a vividly atmospheric novel, praised for its poetic prose and haunting storytelling. Set in a scorching Ohio summer, the narrative tackles themes of prejudice and belief. Some find the plot and characters deeply engaging, while others criticize its pacing and complexity. Overall, it offers a unique and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Summer that Melted Everything?
A reader who relishes profound explorations of human nature, set against a vivid backdrop, would enjoy The Summer That Melted Everything. Fans of The Lovely Bones and To Kill a Mockingbird will appreciate the blend of lyrical prose and moral complexity in McDaniel's work.
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Novel • Fiction
Breathed, Ohio • 1980s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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