Sharecropper Hell

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Set against the backdrop of mid-20th century Oklahoma, the story follows nineteen-year-old Tommy Carver as he navigates a life filled with adversity, including a harsh sharecropper father and a secret romance with a wealthy landowner's daughter. When he becomes embroiled in a murder accusation, Tommy's struggles intensify, revealing themes of crime, race politics, and American Indian rituals. Originally released as "Cropper's Cabin," this gripping tale showcases Jim Thompson's signature gritty style, drawing praise from notable authors like Stephen King.