Louisiana BreakdownWelcome to Grail, Louisiana -- next to nothing and just beyond reality -- where hoodoo meets Jesus, and townsfolk pray to both. This dark fantasy delves into the psychological and motivational depths of Grail and its residents. Miss Sedele mixes up green cocktails called 'cryptoverdes' at Le Bon Chance. Vida Dumars, owner of the Moonlight Diner, peers into the deepest realms of her customers' hearts as though they were picture windows. Town spirit Good Gray Man has promised good fortune to the town as long as it hangs onto tradition. A quirky, fantastical town's heart and soul are slowly, often painfully revealed in this dark and captivating novella. |
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... gotta degree from Sarah Lawrence . " As he peeled out , fishtailing into the wrong lane , Tuyet took the opportunity to give Mustaine's groin another massage . He had a glimpse of the gleaming white sign and its storm of moths . Once ...
... gotta degree from Sarah Lawrence . " As he peeled out , fishtailing into the wrong lane , Tuyet took the opportunity to give Mustaine's groin another massage . He had a glimpse of the gleaming white sign and its storm of moths . Once ...
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... gotta do is ask . . . ” He tapped out a reggae rhythm on the edge of the table as he hit the chorus : " You can't hide your love from me , You can't hide your love from me ... Well , you can run but . . . You can't hide your love from ...
... gotta do is ask . . . ” He tapped out a reggae rhythm on the edge of the table as he hit the chorus : " You can't hide your love from me , You can't hide your love from me ... Well , you can run but . . . You can't hide your love from ...
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... gotta work . " Vida fingered a pen and order book from her apron pocket . He put a hand on her wrist , lightly restraining her . “ I want to know everything about you . Nothing you say is going to change how I feel . " She saw the Form ...
... gotta work . " Vida fingered a pen and order book from her apron pocket . He put a hand on her wrist , lightly restraining her . “ I want to know everything about you . Nothing you say is going to change how I feel . " She saw the Form ...
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