Secrets of Southern Girls: A Novel [Paperback]

<p><strong>"</strong>Harrigan's novel, part mystery and part coming-of-age, explores the process of healing from tragedies and misunderstandings."—<em>Publishers Weekly</em></p><p><strong>A tender, yet thrilling suspense novel about a young woman who uncovers devastating secrets that will resurrect the people she lost and the lies she buried ? perfect for fans of Diane Chamberlain and Ellen Marie Wiseman</strong></p><p>Ten years ago, Julie Portland accidentally killed her best friend, Reba. What's worse is she got away with it. Consumed by guilt, she left the small town of Lawrence Mill, Mississippi, and swore nothing would ever drag her back. Now, raising her daughter and struggling to make ends meet in Manhattan, Julie still can't forget the ghost of a girl with golden hair and a dangerous secret.</p><p>When August, Reba's first love, begs Julie to come home to find the diary that Reba kept all those years ago, Julie's past comes creeping back to haunt her. That diary could expose the shameful memories Julie has been running from, but it could also unearth the hidden truths that Reba left buried...and reveal that Julie isn't the only one who feels responsible for Reba's death.</p>"Harrigan is a great prose stylist who knows how to sustain the tension and tone required of a Southern Gothic novel. Her writing is evocative and atmospheric, whether the action takes place under the bright lights of Manhattan or in Mississippi's weedy heat. " - <strong><em>ForeWord</em></strong>"Harrigan's novel, part mystery and part coming-of-age, explores the process of healing from tragedies and misunderstandings." - <strong><em>Publishers Weekly</em></strong>"A deftly crafted and engaging novel from beginning to end, "<i>Secrets of Southern Girls</i>" showcases author Haley Harrigan's impressive flair for sló