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Child of God

By: Cormac McCarthy
Narrated by: Tom Stechschulte
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In this taut, chilling audiobook, Lester Ballard - a violent, dispossessed man falsely accused of rape - haunts the hill country of East Tennessee when he is released from jail. While telling his story, Cormac McCarthy depicts the most sordid aspects of life with dignity, humor, and characteristic lyrical brilliance.

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Well that was an experience!!! Love the poetic prose combined with absolute horror of the story

Ooof!!!

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Alot of prose in this gem, depicting depravity at its worst. If it had the terrifying captivation of "the road" it would have taken it to new depths. Still, highly recommended for those that need a jolt and aren't too squeamish. Prepare to be desensitized.

In a word, depravity.

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