Man in the Blue Moon” by Michael Morris is a captivating Southern literary novel set in the small town of Apalachicola, Florida, during the Great Depression. The story revolves around Ella Wallace, a resilient and independent woman struggling to make ends meet while taking care of her family.

When a mysterious man named Lanier Stillis arrives in town and claims ownership of a valuable piece of land, he disrupts the fragile balance of the community and sets off a chain of events that will change Ella’s life forever. As secrets are revealed and tensions rise, Ella must confront her own fears and make difficult choices to protect her loved ones. With its vividly drawn characters, rich historical backdrop, and lyrical prose, “Man in the Blue Moon” is a poignant and heartfelt tale of resilience, family bonds, and the power of hope in the face of adversity.

– Paperback Edition