Bastards of the Bayou

by Donald R Guillory

The town of Laveau sat in St. Gerard’s Parish, just outside of New Orleans. It was home to a proud, hardworking community of black and white residents. It was also home to a lie which held the people of Laveau unknowingly captive for decades. They sat comfortably in the shadow of falsehoods that previous generations had left behind. As sheriff, Jean “Pap” Papillon swore an oath to protect the community of St. Gerard Parish; even when it meant hiding the truth to protect the residents from themselves. Within the first year of his term, a murder gave birth to a lie. A lie that would hold the community captive for decades. Over the thirty years he served as Sheriff, he protected the community from a truth that, if revealed, could disturb the balance of power. Unfortunately, one small, seemingly insignificant incident would bring the truth out of the shadows.In "Bastards of the Bayou" Donald R. Guillory gives his audience a glimpse of the secrecy within a small southern town. Based on a series of true stories, the author demonstrates race, money, and jealousy can topple the peace of a sleepy rural town.

157 pages, Paperback

Published March 3, 2020

Reviews

[Laurel · Rating 4 out of 5]

An intriguing and compelling story, woven tight with great pacing.

[Zachary Ashford · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an awesome read. Great little small-town murder and intricate set-up. Lots of fun.

[Dwan L · Rating 5 out of 5]

So glad I picked this one up. It's a novella with a great pace. Everything comes together real nicely at the end.