A bittersweet story unfolds in The Pit Girl. A reader will see Mari, the central character, help hold her family together all the while it is devastatingly being wrenched apart by her dad's behavior and her older brother Bryn's mishap. There is a great glimpse of what the life of a coal miner is like: the work and the feeling of working underground, the seriousness of adhering to protocols, ever aware of the dangers and hazards as mostly seen through Mari's eyes.
I found the story to be engaging despite the sadnesses, the ups and downs, of a day in the life of a miner and mining community. I was able to read through quickly and with interest. I appreciated the faith-based input as well.
I believe there is genuine appeal for any reader but in my opinion, miner families will be able to relate the best as the fears and tensions they live with, or have lived with on a daily basis, are felt.
~ Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger ~
August 2025
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the complimentary reveiw copy sent by NetGalley and the publisher.
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