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The Kinfolk
Along the banks of the Neches river, surrounded by the dense piney woods of east Texas, where the humidity makes even the mosquitos go a little soft in the head, there’s a pack of liars, thieves, and fools that Mimosa Mabry reluctantly calls family. After a lifetime spent trying to put the place behind her, the kinfolk have come calling, and they want her home.
Against her better judgement, Mo returns, but finds the answer she’s searching for—the truth about a child named Lucy—is farther from her grasp than ever. Because in deep east Texas, at the mercy of your kin, truth is relative—as enigmatic as a carnival shell game.
And the game is rigged.
* This edition contains editorial revisions.
Against her better judgement, Mo returns, but finds the answer she’s searching for—the truth about a child named Lucy—is farther from her grasp than ever. Because in deep east Texas, at the mercy of your kin, truth is relative—as enigmatic as a carnival shell game.
And the game is rigged.
* This edition contains editorial revisions.
216 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2016
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Eliza Maxwell
6 books877 followersEliza Maxwell lives in Texas with a patient man, two impatient children and a bird named Sarah. When she's not working on her next novel, she stays busy trying to keep her children from some future therapist's chair.
You can reach her at theelizamaxwell@gmail.com.
You can reach her at theelizamaxwell@gmail.com.
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November 9, 2017
The Kinfolk is another great read by Eliza Maxwell. I was so impressed with her writing that I had to read all of her books. Unfortunately there are only three of them. This book wasn't as suspenseful as the other two, but it was again focusing on a small town family who are keeping a lot of secrets. Mo hasn't come home for a long time, because she doesn't wants to be reminded of all the things that took place there. However, when she is approached by someone from her past, who tells her that if she comes back that she will get answers to her questions. She doesn't has a choice but to go back. It definitely wasn't easy for her to be confronted with her past, and she is also put in a couple of heartbreaking and dangerous situations.
I have developed a love for these type of reads. I just enjoy when all the secrets come to light, and I love when an author is capable of shocking me with the twists. The author was able to make me cry again just like with the previous two books. She does such an incredible job in creating a very intriguing story with characters that are so well developed. She keeps on surprising me with her writing. I am a huge fan of hers and will keep a close eye on her upcoming books.
April 18, 2017
I need 1/2 stars!!!!! COME ON. I am going 4.5 on The Kinfolk. The Grave Tender is still my favorite.
Eliza Maxwell's second book and let me say, it's as twisted as the first. Which is what I prefer a good plot to have.
When Mo (Mimosa) is called back to Red Poppy Ridge by her Aunt Roz on a promise to learn the truth about her daughter Lucy she is hesitant. Years ago, Mo gave birth to a baby girl named Lucy at 14 years old who was stillborn. Mo could careless what Roz has to say about Lucy, after all she hates her (Roz). And she hates Red Poppy.
Mo can't imagine looking back after moving forward with her life, but it's just what she decides to do. With her friend Georgia in tow, the two make the trip back to Mo's hometown. When Mo shows up she realizes she is about to get more than she bargained for and in turn she's gonna get the truth about her childhood and what happened to Lucy all those years ago.
Eliza Maxwell's second book and let me say, it's as twisted as the first. Which is what I prefer a good plot to have.
When Mo (Mimosa) is called back to Red Poppy Ridge by her Aunt Roz on a promise to learn the truth about her daughter Lucy she is hesitant. Years ago, Mo gave birth to a baby girl named Lucy at 14 years old who was stillborn. Mo could careless what Roz has to say about Lucy, after all she hates her (Roz). And she hates Red Poppy.
Mo can't imagine looking back after moving forward with her life, but it's just what she decides to do. With her friend Georgia in tow, the two make the trip back to Mo's hometown. When Mo shows up she realizes she is about to get more than she bargained for and in turn she's gonna get the truth about her childhood and what happened to Lucy all those years ago.
December 19, 2021
I really enjoyed this book. There is plenty of tension and action, but just a bit too predictable for my taste in this genre. It did keep me turning the pages and I do plan to read more from this author.
June 12, 2020
3 1/2 stars
I’m an Elisa Maxwell fan. She’s a good storyteller!!
I’m an Elisa Maxwell fan. She’s a good storyteller!!
May 24, 2019
I can't handle another lie.
Lies meant to shelter, lies out of spite, lies for selfish gain; the world is full of lies and I want out!
I found this book a heavy read. I think I need a break. A read of fluff, and lightness; a book that looks at the world through rose colored glasses. "Kinfolk" is not for the faint of heart.
Well written but predictable towards the end; few characters you'd want to build an attachment with so you won't.
4 stars because it's a story hard to put down, even when you want to; 4 stars because this book will stay with you. Fiction, far-fetched; but, maybe not. Fantastical but closer to home than we'd ever want to admit.
It's a book that's so dirty you feel as though you ain't never gonna get clean.
Scars on one's psyche are gonna last forever.
You can't out run your past. You've gotta face it. Then change your present day. Rescue yourself and others along the way. Forgiving yourself when you can't. Not everyone can be saved; not everyone's meant to be.
At least the ending's good; predictable but good. Left with a feeling of hope. New beginnings. A past laid to rest. Loose ends left untied; but, somehow, this time, it's all gonna be alright.
I'm sick of all these lies.
Lies meant to shelter, lies out of spite, lies for selfish gain; the world is full of lies and I want out!
I found this book a heavy read. I think I need a break. A read of fluff, and lightness; a book that looks at the world through rose colored glasses. "Kinfolk" is not for the faint of heart.
Well written but predictable towards the end; few characters you'd want to build an attachment with so you won't.
4 stars because it's a story hard to put down, even when you want to; 4 stars because this book will stay with you. Fiction, far-fetched; but, maybe not. Fantastical but closer to home than we'd ever want to admit.
It's a book that's so dirty you feel as though you ain't never gonna get clean.
Scars on one's psyche are gonna last forever.
You can't out run your past. You've gotta face it. Then change your present day. Rescue yourself and others along the way. Forgiving yourself when you can't. Not everyone can be saved; not everyone's meant to be.
At least the ending's good; predictable but good. Left with a feeling of hope. New beginnings. A past laid to rest. Loose ends left untied; but, somehow, this time, it's all gonna be alright.
I'm sick of all these lies.
November 5, 2017
Having read The Grave Tender, I had extremely high expectations for this book, which doesn't usually bode well. While I think this was still extremely well written, it didn't have that extra layer of "wow" or that sense of being extremely disturbed and enjoying it at the same time that I got from The Grave Tender. Because of that and being unable to not compare the two even though they aren't related in any way other than being written by the same author, I just didn't find that I liked this as well as I would have if I'd read this first. That said, this was still a really good book.
October 31, 2017
Another winner!
Well Eliza,you knocked this one out of the park. All bases loaded,major home run! I loved Mimosa, strip club bartender,and her stripper friend Georgia.,who's lives were changed in most unexpected ways. You show your love for people,broken people,who have so much to give to the world, if only they have the strength to do it. Your lack of judgement and giving them a "voice",makes me feel validated for being among the dysfunctional.,the broken,who struggle daily to fight back the demons they carry.It can be a heavy burden sometimes. Two steps forward, three steps back. I get tired of all the novels about the doctors,lawyers,and Indian chiefs,hoity toit,mucky muck ,college educated characters,who are suffering with their 6 figure salaries,(poor them)when so many of us,have to struggle just to keep the light bill on,and the internet is a luxury.Stay in this realm. It may win you a Pulitzer one day.You are close to getting there. I remember picking up "Angela's Ashes" by Frank McCourt. His very first novel,a Pulitzer. He never dreamed that it would go so far. It was a one hit wonder,but that was because that very first book he pulled from his very guts,the pain,his own,the tears,his own,the joy,his own,and it became every one who ever reads it,their own! Hurray for you,I think of him when I read your books.
Well Eliza,you knocked this one out of the park. All bases loaded,major home run! I loved Mimosa, strip club bartender,and her stripper friend Georgia.,who's lives were changed in most unexpected ways. You show your love for people,broken people,who have so much to give to the world, if only they have the strength to do it. Your lack of judgement and giving them a "voice",makes me feel validated for being among the dysfunctional.,the broken,who struggle daily to fight back the demons they carry.It can be a heavy burden sometimes. Two steps forward, three steps back. I get tired of all the novels about the doctors,lawyers,and Indian chiefs,hoity toit,mucky muck ,college educated characters,who are suffering with their 6 figure salaries,(poor them)when so many of us,have to struggle just to keep the light bill on,and the internet is a luxury.Stay in this realm. It may win you a Pulitzer one day.You are close to getting there. I remember picking up "Angela's Ashes" by Frank McCourt. His very first novel,a Pulitzer. He never dreamed that it would go so far. It was a one hit wonder,but that was because that very first book he pulled from his very guts,the pain,his own,the tears,his own,the joy,his own,and it became every one who ever reads it,their own! Hurray for you,I think of him when I read your books.
May 27, 2019
This was a fantastic read! It was a shorter story, but I absolutely loved it. Mo is a woman who goes home at her aunt's request, an aunt who is a known liar and who she wants nothing to do with. There were so many messed up family dynamics here and it felt like bombs going off, with all the secrets coming out. Loved this one!
December 13, 2020
This book had me mesmerized!
Magnificent writing from Ms Maxwell, as usual, but this may be my favorite of her books. It was great from beginning to end, and I'll definitely re-read this book.
Magnificent writing from Ms Maxwell, as usual, but this may be my favorite of her books. It was great from beginning to end, and I'll definitely re-read this book.
July 26, 2025
A rough beginning, but intriguing enough to keep going. Captivated by the characters, I was left but no choice to edge forward. By halfway I was hooked and then complete. The contents give you relief into your own life, grief for the lives of others, and hope into growth potential for one self
October 18, 2018
Delicious read...
This may be one of my favorite books this year. Powerful characters and storyline. Felt like I was living the tale as it was being shared. Beautifully written with perfect ending. My new favorite top author!
This may be one of my favorite books this year. Powerful characters and storyline. Felt like I was living the tale as it was being shared. Beautifully written with perfect ending. My new favorite top author!
December 10, 2017
Flawed Folks Dealing with Life
This is the second Eliza Maxwell book for me. The common theme in each has been that even the heroes have flaws; just like every person I know. In The Kinfolk, Eliza once again looks closely at family dynamics and how those dynamics can be based on misinterpreted actions and decisions.
This is the second Eliza Maxwell book for me. The common theme in each has been that even the heroes have flaws; just like every person I know. In The Kinfolk, Eliza once again looks closely at family dynamics and how those dynamics can be based on misinterpreted actions and decisions.
November 7, 2017
An emotional story about a broken family
I enjoyed this book and the characters in it. Mo Mabry is a strong but broken woman trying to heal, but she can find no comfort until she's given answers. I especially liked the strong women in this novel, who did what they felt they had to do to keep their family safe.. In they end they must deal with the repercussions of their choices and learn how to forgive.
I enjoyed this book and the characters in it. Mo Mabry is a strong but broken woman trying to heal, but she can find no comfort until she's given answers. I especially liked the strong women in this novel, who did what they felt they had to do to keep their family safe.. In they end they must deal with the repercussions of their choices and learn how to forgive.
July 28, 2017
Wonderful story
This is the second Eliza Maxwell story I have read, and it did not disappoint. It is a mystery novel wrapped inside a psychological exploration of a young woman's troubled past involving some very strongly east Texas kinfolk, friends and acquaintances. I was drawn right into the story from the first words, and enjoyed every minute of it. The characters are complex and genuine, with plenty of flaws and foibles--like real people. Each chapter peels away layer after layer of all the history of each person and each relationship between persons in such a natural way that I began to feel very much as though these folks could actually be some of my kinfolk! The descriptions of the towns, buildings, countryside, and especially of the river, were so detailed and evocative that I actually found myself smelling those hot east Texas piney woods and the muddy, fishy river water. Not to mention the old dilapidated shacks and trailers. All in all, this is a delightful, well-planned and well-written book. The plot is full of twists, which are implemented so adroitly that they are completely believable. Once again, there is a surprise ending which I think rivals anything imagined by Agatha Christie. I highly recommend this book as a thoroughly enjoyable read.
This is the second Eliza Maxwell story I have read, and it did not disappoint. It is a mystery novel wrapped inside a psychological exploration of a young woman's troubled past involving some very strongly east Texas kinfolk, friends and acquaintances. I was drawn right into the story from the first words, and enjoyed every minute of it. The characters are complex and genuine, with plenty of flaws and foibles--like real people. Each chapter peels away layer after layer of all the history of each person and each relationship between persons in such a natural way that I began to feel very much as though these folks could actually be some of my kinfolk! The descriptions of the towns, buildings, countryside, and especially of the river, were so detailed and evocative that I actually found myself smelling those hot east Texas piney woods and the muddy, fishy river water. Not to mention the old dilapidated shacks and trailers. All in all, this is a delightful, well-planned and well-written book. The plot is full of twists, which are implemented so adroitly that they are completely believable. Once again, there is a surprise ending which I think rivals anything imagined by Agatha Christie. I highly recommend this book as a thoroughly enjoyable read.
October 9, 2017
Moving!
I wish I was more eloquent because I will never be able to do this author justice. In the past 3 days I have read The Unremembered Girl, The Grave Tender and The Kinfolk. All the stories were intricately woven and led me down several different possible paths, meaning that I never fully figured out the last details until the very end. I am an avid reader and enjoy many different genres but am usually disappointed because I can finish the storylines after the first few chapters. Kudos to Eliza Maxwell for keeping me guessing and twisting my thoughts to torturous levels. Aside from this, I was born to mother who did not want a child and was blamed for reducing her life to misery. I turned 50 this year and have never really recovered from the physical, emotional and psychological abuse that I endured. I am however one very strong, driven and self sufficient survivor of a lost childhood. I found a lot in common with several of the characters in Eliza Maxwell's collection. Great reads, all of them!
I wish I was more eloquent because I will never be able to do this author justice. In the past 3 days I have read The Unremembered Girl, The Grave Tender and The Kinfolk. All the stories were intricately woven and led me down several different possible paths, meaning that I never fully figured out the last details until the very end. I am an avid reader and enjoy many different genres but am usually disappointed because I can finish the storylines after the first few chapters. Kudos to Eliza Maxwell for keeping me guessing and twisting my thoughts to torturous levels. Aside from this, I was born to mother who did not want a child and was blamed for reducing her life to misery. I turned 50 this year and have never really recovered from the physical, emotional and psychological abuse that I endured. I am however one very strong, driven and self sufficient survivor of a lost childhood. I found a lot in common with several of the characters in Eliza Maxwell's collection. Great reads, all of them!
November 2, 2021
This book seemed to be all over the place in the beginning. Mo is called back home to her Aunt's house. She doesn't like her Aunt and is angry with her for not telling her what happened to her stillborn child, Lucy. She has many other issues with her as well. Her Aunt, Roz, agrees to tell Mo what she wants to know if she stays in the house for 1 month. When her and her friend arrive, they find Roz is a quadriplegic and there are 3 children living in the home that Roz seems to be fostering, but not legally.
Against her better judgement, Mo gets sucked into staying and taking care of the children. There is much more going on and the family secrets and stories get unraveled slowly and not always in any semblence of order. Overall, the story was interesting and engaging. The ending was satisfactory.
Against her better judgement, Mo gets sucked into staying and taking care of the children. There is much more going on and the family secrets and stories get unraveled slowly and not always in any semblence of order. Overall, the story was interesting and engaging. The ending was satisfactory.
October 4, 2017
Great book
I don't know if this is her first book or not but I was surprised to find her books on Kindle Unlimited because they are so good. Interesting, entertaining and very well written. I read the Forgotten Girl first and had to find anything else she'd written because it was so good, and I'm really hard to impress book-wise. I've read thousands of books at least, maybe millions, and the books of late by new and even some bestselling authors have been really underwhelming for me. But Eliza Maxwell's books are a breath of fresh air.
I don't know if this is her first book or not but I was surprised to find her books on Kindle Unlimited because they are so good. Interesting, entertaining and very well written. I read the Forgotten Girl first and had to find anything else she'd written because it was so good, and I'm really hard to impress book-wise. I've read thousands of books at least, maybe millions, and the books of late by new and even some bestselling authors have been really underwhelming for me. But Eliza Maxwell's books are a breath of fresh air.
October 10, 2017
The title says it all!
Family..... A quote I remember from my childhood (worryingly, by my own mother) " you can chose your friends, but you can not chose your family" , never a truer word said.
I enjoyed this novel, it has a bittersweet theme to it. Secrets and lies and a family with so many of both its bound not to end well or does it? The journey is certainly enough to make this an entertaining read x
Family..... A quote I remember from my childhood (worryingly, by my own mother) " you can chose your friends, but you can not chose your family" , never a truer word said.
I enjoyed this novel, it has a bittersweet theme to it. Secrets and lies and a family with so many of both its bound not to end well or does it? The journey is certainly enough to make this an entertaining read x
August 10, 2021
Dysfunctional Family
This was a pretty good story. However, it was a bit hard to get into in the beginning and did seem to jump around a bit. After spending many years trying to put her mother's home behind her, the kinfolk want her back home. Against her better judgement, Mo returns in hopes of discovering the truth about her baby Lucy. She must endure her Aunt Roz to find the truth.
Not one of my favorite reads, but it did have a surprise ending.
This was a pretty good story. However, it was a bit hard to get into in the beginning and did seem to jump around a bit. After spending many years trying to put her mother's home behind her, the kinfolk want her back home. Against her better judgement, Mo returns in hopes of discovering the truth about her baby Lucy. She must endure her Aunt Roz to find the truth.
Not one of my favorite reads, but it did have a surprise ending.
March 4, 2021
A dark tale
This story is not comfortable to read, it taps into the darker side of life and hints on tragic family relationships. I was captured by the authors style of writing and the characters who are misfits. I recommend reading it to experience getting out of your comfort zone and to remind yourself your life is not so bad.
This story is not comfortable to read, it taps into the darker side of life and hints on tragic family relationships. I was captured by the authors style of writing and the characters who are misfits. I recommend reading it to experience getting out of your comfort zone and to remind yourself your life is not so bad.
May 22, 2019
Nice job Maxwell
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April 25, 2025
readable, unique
The story was original, with enough plot to keep you reading, however I had a few problems with it that a good editor or reader could’ve fixed before publishing that would’ve made this book a 4 star at least.
My biggest problem was with a few of the words & wording that was so obviously NOT Texas. For instance, nobody in Texas uses the term “knickers.” And Texas people to do use the endearment “Love” (we may use ‘Honey’ or ‘sweetie’ but never ‘Love’ unless we’re being facetious.)
The characters were great but needed a bit more development -they could’ve been awesome. And the description & details of the setting were not enough to get an adequate picture in mind. The setting needed more info-most especially because when a story takes place in Texas, Texas rates as a character unto itself and the possibilities for this are limitless so this was a shamefully wasted opportunity.
That being said-once started, I had to finish the book rather than put it in a DNF list, so it was good enough but I was just disappointed because it had the goods to be great.
The story was original, with enough plot to keep you reading, however I had a few problems with it that a good editor or reader could’ve fixed before publishing that would’ve made this book a 4 star at least.
My biggest problem was with a few of the words & wording that was so obviously NOT Texas. For instance, nobody in Texas uses the term “knickers.” And Texas people to do use the endearment “Love” (we may use ‘Honey’ or ‘sweetie’ but never ‘Love’ unless we’re being facetious.)
The characters were great but needed a bit more development -they could’ve been awesome. And the description & details of the setting were not enough to get an adequate picture in mind. The setting needed more info-most especially because when a story takes place in Texas, Texas rates as a character unto itself and the possibilities for this are limitless so this was a shamefully wasted opportunity.
That being said-once started, I had to finish the book rather than put it in a DNF list, so it was good enough but I was just disappointed because it had the goods to be great.
April 27, 2019
In The Kinfolk, Eliza Maxwell breathes life into place as well as her characters. The heroine, Mo--short for Mimosa Jane Mabry, is called home to the source of her pain on the promise of answers to the questions about her daughter, Lucy. It is the start of an uneasy journey that would make Joseph Campbell proud. Having been subjected to her family's lies as long as she can remember, Mo is staunchly but not brutally honest. The family home--Red Poppy Ridge--is full of lurid Southern secrets that unfold. Maxwell keeps the pace going as Mo tries to protect three children abandoned at Red Poppy Ridge and meets with uneven success. In the end, despite broken promises, Mo learns the fate of her daughter (much to the reader's relief).
Maxwell's ear for dialogue is distinctive, her characters are well developed, and her plot is intricate and interesting. It's my first of her novels. It won't be my last!
Maxwell's ear for dialogue is distinctive, her characters are well developed, and her plot is intricate and interesting. It's my first of her novels. It won't be my last!
June 10, 2018
Not at all what I expected. I was expecting drama and it definitely had that but it had a lot of action too. It was one tragedy after another and not everyone makes it to the end of the book. It kept my interest all the way through though, and that's hard to do. Some of it wasn't very believable towards the end but the characters were always believable and so full of personality they almost jump off the page. I especially like the main character and her take no sh*t attitude. I am intrigued to find out what this author's other books will be like.
September 4, 2020
Another excellent book by Eliza Maxwell
I discovered Ms Maxwell's books while browsing through my Kindle unlimited suggestion list. I'm so happy that I took the chance and downloaded this book! I've devoured 3 of her books so far and cannot wait to read the rest.
Her writing style draws you in and refuses to let go until long after you've finished each book. Her characters are sympathetic, compelling and realistic, with plot lines that kept me guessing until the end.
I highly recommend this and all of Eliza Maxwell's books!
I discovered Ms Maxwell's books while browsing through my Kindle unlimited suggestion list. I'm so happy that I took the chance and downloaded this book! I've devoured 3 of her books so far and cannot wait to read the rest.
Her writing style draws you in and refuses to let go until long after you've finished each book. Her characters are sympathetic, compelling and realistic, with plot lines that kept me guessing until the end.
I highly recommend this and all of Eliza Maxwell's books!
January 3, 2023
This story brings to mind Fitzgerald’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Burns’ Cold Sassy Tree, and McNeal’s Doll Baby. It grips the reader with the sweaty, sultry underbelly of a toxic Southern family told with the smoldering, relentless intrigue and intensity that seems to come only from authors of stories of the South. The setting is East Texas, but it seemed more like the deep South. Both the characters and the secrets are complex and the story turns, twists and slithers more than a den of agitated rattlesnakes. A mesmerizing read.
March 26, 2018
Maycomb meets east Texas
Eliza Maxwell's writing style is evocative of Harper Lee's. There is that small town atmosphere that shapes her characters, as well as the rare grasp of human nature's need to seek truth and justice, no matter the obstacles or how hard the truth might be. I also enjoy her sense of humor. I feel the same about The Grave Tender, which is why I'm on to her next novel.
Eliza Maxwell's writing style is evocative of Harper Lee's. There is that small town atmosphere that shapes her characters, as well as the rare grasp of human nature's need to seek truth and justice, no matter the obstacles or how hard the truth might be. I also enjoy her sense of humor. I feel the same about The Grave Tender, which is why I'm on to her next novel.
April 30, 2020
This book was good. I only gave it four stars because I felt the first half was a little bit slow. The last half was hard to put down. Tells the story of a highly dysfunctional family, centered around a girl who had a mother who sold her to her aunt, ended up having a baby at 14 years old, A very rough childhood. She leaves town and tries to start a new life, gets pulled back and everything comes full circle. It has a great ending.
May 27, 2020
Loved it
I have read all of Eliza books now and I have loved every single one of them .Every character in her books are so real,I felt I personally knew them.Her description of places have them atmospheres that felt so real.
I am really sad now I have no more to read .So please write some more quickly has i have to find another author love as much .And that is going to be so hard
Sheila Stoker
I have read all of Eliza books now and I have loved every single one of them .Every character in her books are so real,I felt I personally knew them.Her description of places have them atmospheres that felt so real.
I am really sad now I have no more to read .So please write some more quickly has i have to find another author love as much .And that is going to be so hard
Sheila Stoker
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