Serena

I enjoyed Serena by Ron Rash which is set in North Carolina in the 1930s. Serena marries Pemberton, a timber company owner who is cutting down the forests. There is some tension at the time between the timber industry and national parks (what's new!). Serena is ruthlessly ambitious in the pursuit of her goals. When she loses her baby she sets out to have the baby Pemberton fathered with another woman prior to their marriage killed. Serena is a powerful and confident woman - maybe a bit incredible? It was interesting to learn about the timber industry generally and the dangers to the workers. Recommended. 4/5