UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA BEAUFORT
Chris Bohjalian and Ron Rash Make Lowcountry Debuts at USCB Lunch With Author Summer Series As powerful and emotionally resonant as MIDWIVES, New York Times bestselling author Chris Bohjalian writes for the first time a novel, THE SANDCASTLE GIRLS, based on his Armenian heritage. It’s a sweeping saga set in the cauldron of the First World War, a tale of love and loss – and a family secret that’s been buried for generations. Tuesday, July 24, 2012, Hampton Hall Clubhouse, Bluffton. Acclaimed internationally for his awards winning novel and movie, SERENA, Ron Rash returns to Appalachia in his 15th book, THE COVE which takes place during the height of World War I. According to Pat Conroy, The Cove places Rash in “the front ranks of the best American novelists.” Thursday, August 2, 2012, Sonesta Resort Hilton Head. Lunch is served at noon at both luncheons followed by author’s talk, Q&A and book signing. The all-inclusive price for each luncheon is $42. Reservations are made at 843-521-4147 or kingsley@uscb.edu.