When These Mountains Burn

David Joy's novel "The Line That Held Us" is a powerful tale of a father, an addict, a lawman, and the explosive events that unite them. Raymond Mathis bails out his son, Denny Rattler, after a workplace accident, and the DEA chases the drug supply in the mountains. Each may find redemption with the others.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 29 October 2020
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group

Acclaimed author David Joy returns with a powerful and poignant tale that explores the complex bonds between a father, an addict, a lawman, and the explosive events that bring them together.

When his addict son gets entangled in a dangerous relationship with his dealer, Raymond Mathis finds himself at a crossroads. Determined to save his son from the clutches of addiction, he embarks on a perilous journey that tests the limits of his courage and loyalty. Frustrated by the slow pace and limitations of the law, Raymond decides to take matters into his own hands.

After a workplace accident leaves Denny Rattler in pain and jobless, he turns to drugs to numb his suffering. He has perfected the art of theft to support his habit, carefully navigating the shadows to stay one step ahead of the law. However, when faced with irresistible opportunities, Denny's choices have far-reaching consequences.

For months, the DEA has been relentlessly pursuing the drug supply in the mountains, but their efforts have been in vain. However, a single word, a mere hint, sets one agent on a path to crack the case wide open. But he will need the help of an unexpected ally to succeed.

As chance brings these men from different walks of life together, they are forced to confront their demons and find redemption in the face of a relentless epidemic. Each may discover that his opportunity for salvation lies in the hands of the others, and together, they can overcome the odds and make a difference in the lives of those they love.

David Joy's writing is a masterclass in storytelling, as he weaves together a tapestry of emotions, suspense, and redemption. This novel is a must-read for anyone who has ever been touched by the struggles of addiction and the power of compassion.

Weight: 510g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780233006390