About the Author
Rory Power is a contemporary American novelist and short story writer. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1961, he graduated from Brown University and the Iowa Writers' Workshop. Power's debut novel, "Whiplash River," was published in 1995 and received critical acclaim for its lyrical prose and evocative depiction of the American South. His subsequent works include the novels "Land of the Blind" and "Kill the Messenger" and the short story collection "Where the River Bends." Power's writing has been praised for its rich language, complex characters, and insights into the human condition. He has received numerous awards, including the Whiting Award and the Guggenheim Fellowship. His work has been translated into several languages and has been adapted for both film and television.