New York: Putnam, (1994.) dj. Hardcover first edition - South Carolina born author's first novel, this introduces Jael, "born into a hard life, but a survivor. She will survive even River Bill." Dustjacket praise from Lee Smith: "Sheri Reynolds' haunting voice will stay with you long after you have finished her very scary and brilliant first novel." 239 pp. ISBN: 0-39913994X.