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Someone is trying to kill Lila Hilliard. During the Christmas holidays she returns from running errands to find her family home in flames, her father and brother trapped inside. Later, she is attacked by a mysterious man on a motorcycle. . . and the threats don't end there.
As Lila desperately tries to piece together who is after her and why, she uncovers information about her father's past in Chicago during the volatile days of the late 1960s . . . information he never shared with her, but now threatens to destroy her.
Part thriller, part historical novel, and part love story, Set the Night on Fire paints an unforgettable portrait of Chicago during a turbulent time: the riots at the Democratic Convention . . . the struggle for power between the Black Panthers and SDS . . . and a group of young idealists who tried to change the world.
“A brilliantly-paced historical thriller that spans a generation, transitioning seamlessly from modern-day Chicago to the ‘days of rage’ in the late 1960s and even farther back. The characterization is first rate . . . A bold, complicated tale in which surprises abound . . . This is one of those stories that is best to start early in the day, as it is easy to stay up all night reading it.”
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| $99.99 | Digital |
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Jacob Mcnutt
reviewed Set the Night on Fire on November 09, 2011
Set the Night on Fire
GREAT Adrenalin Rush!!!!!
Fascinating blend of history (Chicago 1968 Democratic convention--riots--Black Panthers--Anti War demonstrations, etc.), mixed with a Semi-Sensuous-Juicy--Rollar-Coaster-Delight intelligent Mystery-thriller!
I can't remember ever reading a historical-fiction/mystery thriller before. I like the combination! Its a little different from other types of historical fiction I usually read ---an 'enlightening'-& 'fun' experience it was!!!
The characters were well developed: (enough to feel very emotionally connected to them). Of course I related to the ruthless, charming, beautiful, strong, woman in the book! :)
A fun personal note: I am 59 years old --So this book was a trip down memory lane in ways, too.
..... I attended UC Berkeley during the early 1970's. The war was still going on--we still had anti war demonstrations --
Being in High School during the 1968 --- I was still busy with protected life (Cheerleading,gymnastics, fun innocent times with friends).
Life changed fast once I became a Freshman at Cal. I wasn't a flower child-hippie ---I was just trying to pass my classes and discover who I was. (but EVERYBODY hurt in those days). Confusing times!
Two special things for me in Libby's book:
1) Maxwell Street: My dad's name was Maxwell. He died when I was 4. He was only 34. Its my favorite name!
2) Bucky Fuller (Buckminster Fuller). I had the opportunity to host him do an event at UC Berkeley in the 70's. (loved that guy and his Geodesic domes). Libby mentions him in her book....(and it gave me a huge smile and another trip down memory lane)
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