When Two Feathers Fell from the Sky

De: Margaret Verble

Narrado por: Caroline Slaughter

Louise Erdrich meets Karen Russell in this deliciously strange and daringly original novel from Pulitzer Prize finalist Margaret Verble: set in 1926 Nashville, it follows a death-defying young Cherokee horse-diver who, with her companions from the Glendale Park Zoo, must get to the bottom of a mystery that spans centuries.

Two Feathers, a young Cherokee horse-diver on loan to Glendale Park Zoo from a Wild West show, is determined to find her own way in the world. Two’s closest friend at Glendale is Hank Crawford, who loves horses almost as much as she does. He is part of a high-achieving, land-owning Black family. Neither Two nor Hank fit easily into the highly segregated society of 1920s Nashville.

When disaster strikes during one of Two’s shows, strange things start to happen at the park. Vestiges of the ancient past begin to surface, apparitions appear, and then the hippo falls mysteriously ill. At the same time, Two dodges her unsettling, lurking admirer and bonds with Clive, Glendale’s zookeeper and a World War I veteran, who is haunted—literally—by horrific memories of war. To get to the bottom of it, an eclectic cast of park performers, employees, and even the wealthy stakeholders must come together, making When Two Feathers Fell from the Sky an unforgettable and irresistible tale of exotic animals, lingering spirits, and unexpected friendship.

©2021 Margaret Verble (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers

Hard to stay focused

Too many storylines. I was having to go back and review characters to see how they fit into the stoey

diverse cultures of the charachters

I didn't want it to end 🥺Ths main character was so special I just want to spend more time with her!

Great Story! Boone County, Missouri One Read!

This book is Daniel Boone Regional Library’s One Read choice for 2023. Two Feathers is a memorable heroine. Actually, all the characters are memorable. The plot moves forward with many short chapters. The ending is perfect. This would be a great bookclub choice; you’ll want to talk about it with someone. There’s lots to discuss: the history of Nashville and the history of the indigenous people in the area, the Black Business District, the Great War, what zoos were like at the time, horse diving, and how to effectively hide a body. Now, you know, you have to read it!

Unique and Enthralling

I don't normally write reviews, but there are so few for this book; and this book is worth it! I get tired of predictable plots that are recycled and reproduced. This story has all new elements. The "hauntings" are believable and not overdone. The characters are well developed. I would love to hear more about them in a sequel or even a prequel!

Nothing

Did not like this story. Would not recommend this story to anyone. Choose book from list because of title.