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Set in the remote mining country of west virginia in the late twenties. His essays and articles have appeared in the new yorker, the nation, the new. Lick creek has 5 available editions to buy at alibris. Set in the remote mining country of west virginia in the late twenties, lick creek is the compelling story of a fiery young woman. Kessler, a journalist, childrens book writer and novelist lick creek. A novel by brad kessler and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.

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