New England Bestselling Debut Author JAMES SCOTT visits the Flying Pig on Tuesday, April 1, at 7 pm

The Flying Pig is delighted to introduce readers to an extraordinary debut novel and its author: THE KEPT, by James Scott. Set in upstate New York in 1897, the book takes readers on a harrowing journey of discovery and revenge. Fans of Cormac McCarthy and Michael Ondaatje should find this also a harshly beautiful, powerful read. The novel is so assured, and so riveting, it's difficult to believe it's a first novel. The Massachusetts-based Scott's book immediately shot onto the New England Independent Booksellers' Bestseller list.

Publishers Weekly starred review (11/11/13): "Scott has produced a work of historical fiction that is both atmospheric and memorable, suffused with dread and suspense right up to the last page."

Library Journal starred review (01/01/14): "Scott writes with an eloquence that urges the reader to return to passages and reread them just to admire his superb skill. Highly recommended."

Kirkus starred review (10/15/13): "Scott is both compassionate moralist and master storyteller in this outstanding debut."

Please RSVP to flyingpigevents@gmail.com or to 802-985-3999.

Elizabeth Bluemle
Co-owner, The Flying Pig Bookstore
5247 Shelburne Road, Suite 102
Shelburne, VT 05482
802-985-3999
www.flyingpigbooks.com

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Author website www.elizabethbluemle.com
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