Description
Set in the Appalachian South during an era shaped by gold mining, moonshining, and close-knit communities, this coming-of-age novel follows spirited Velva Jean as she learns to navigate both the open road and the complicated paths of adulthood. Her turbulent romance with a preacher challenges her loyalties and forces her to weigh the pull of home against her dream of becoming a singing star. Rich with regional atmosphere, emotional depth, and the resilience of a determined young woman, the story explores identity, ambition, love, and the courage it takes to pursue an unconventional life.
Available Editions
paperback
Plume
Published Jan 1, 2009
ISBN: 9780452289451
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Details
First Published
2009
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Velva Jean Learns to Drive by Jennifer Niven.