Lisa Tyre

Lisa Lewis Tyre

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Lisa Lewis Tyre grew up in a small town in Tennessee surrounded by her crazy family and neighbors. She learned early on that not every child had a pet skunk, a dad that ran a bar in the front yard, or a neighbor that was so large his house had to be torn down to get him out. What else could she do but write? She is currently working on her 2nd novel, EIGHT DAY DAUGHTER (Nancy Paulsen Books), releasing Spring, 2017.

 

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LAST IN A LONG LINE OF REBELS

Lou might be only twelve, but she’s never been one to take things sitting down. So when her Civil War-era house is about to be condemned, she’s determined to save it—either by getting it deemed a historic landmark or by finding the stash of gold rumored to be hidden nearby during the war. As Lou digs into the past, her eyes are opened when she finds that her ancestors ran the gamut of slave owners, renegades, thieves and abolitionists. Meanwhile, some incidents in her town show her that many Civil War era prejudices still survive and that the past can keep repeating itself if we let it. Digging into her past shows Lou that it’s never too late to fight injustice, and she starts to see the real value of understanding and exploring her roots.

* “Accomplished debut. . . . Strong secondary characters, including Lou’s thrice-divorced flirtatious grandmother, help build the strong sense of small-town community. Tyre masterfully weaves historical details into Lou’s discoveries in ways that never feel facile, while deftly and satisfyingly resolving past and present puzzles.”Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

Selected as a “Books All Young Georgians Should Read” by the Georgia Center for the Book, 2016

 

Giveaway!
 
Winner receives an Amazon or Barnes and Noble ebook.

Make a comment to enter. After 24 hours, Lisa will contact the winner.

(Winner chosen using random.org via the comments.)


24 Comments

Lisa · August 18, 2016 at 4:33 pm

This sounds great. Can’t wait to read it.

Katie · August 18, 2016 at 4:42 pm

I’m from Tennessee too!

Debbie Hunter · August 18, 2016 at 4:59 pm

This would be a favorite in our library!

Mike Hays · August 18, 2016 at 5:10 pm

LAST IN A LONG LINE OF REBELS sounds right up my alley. It’s on my TBR list and can’t wait to read it. Best of luck, Lisa!

Mary Baader Kaley · August 18, 2016 at 5:18 pm

I’ll have to add this to my Goodreads list. Thanks!

Christyl Rosewater · August 18, 2016 at 6:00 pm

I love Lisa and I would love a copy of this book!

Danielle Hammelef · August 18, 2016 at 6:03 pm

This cover is beautiful. I love the synopsis and want to read this book.

Glynka · August 18, 2016 at 6:09 pm

Congrats on the book, Lisa! Looking forward to reading it with my daughter in 2018.

Diana DeBolt Johnson · August 18, 2016 at 6:36 pm

Treasure hunting? Yes, please!

Jennifer L Meacham · August 18, 2016 at 6:42 pm

Adding this to my TBR pike. Thanks!

Gaye Sanders · August 18, 2016 at 6:53 pm

I love this book!

Dana edwards · August 18, 2016 at 6:55 pm

This sounds like a great read!

P.D. Pabst · August 18, 2016 at 6:57 pm

Go on a journey discovering Lou’s family history and possibly discovering buried treasure… yes please! And the grandma sounds like she just might be a hoot! Me wants!

Joan · August 18, 2016 at 7:06 pm

Sounds like a great read. Thanks for the giveaway.
Joan

Marion · August 18, 2016 at 7:07 pm

What an interesting book.
Marion

Marilyn · August 18, 2016 at 7:08 pm

I would love to win this exciting book. Thank you for the giveaway.
Marilyn

James Mosteller · August 18, 2016 at 7:22 pm

This book has been on my “to read” short list for awhile. OH, and I always pass them on to my 11 & 13 y/o after. James.

Katherine · August 18, 2016 at 7:35 pm

Love small town books!

Mary Preston · August 18, 2016 at 8:18 pm

I can see my daughter enjoying this too.

Dani C. · August 18, 2016 at 8:52 pm

Your book sounds awesome!

Chris Knoblaugh · August 18, 2016 at 9:16 pm

I like the setting, and I’m sure my sixth grade California students would find it fascinating.

Dana Kramaroff · August 18, 2016 at 10:37 pm

I would love to win/read this book and then share it with my 11 year old daughter!

Becky Hall · August 22, 2016 at 1:09 am

I loved your book and can’t wait for the next one. Your characters were quirky and wonderful. I felt like I knew them and of course, I was rooting for them all the way.

Suzi Guina · August 29, 2016 at 10:28 pm

Sounds like so much fun! Can’t wait to read and share with my kids!

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