In the backwoods of Mississippi, a land of honeysuckle and grapevine, Jewel and her husband, Leston, are truly blessed; they have five fine children. When Brenda Kay is born in 1943, Jewel gives thanks for a healthy baby, last-born and most welcome. Jewel is the story of how quickly a life can change; how, like lightning, an unforeseen event can set us on a course without reason or compass. In this story of a woman's devotion to the child who is both her burden and God's singular way of smiling on her, Bret Lott has created a mother-daughter relationship of matchless intensity and beauty, and one of the finest, most indomitable heroines in contemporary American fiction.

Jewel by Bret Lott is a captivating novel that has been selected for Oprah's Book Club. This large paperback edition features the heartfelt story of a young girl named Jewel and her journey through life's challenges and triumphs. Written by acclaimed author Bret Lott, this book is a must-read for fans of literary fiction. Immerse yourself in the rich storytelling and emotional depth of Jewel, a book that will stay with you long after you turn the last page.