Body Blow

Body Blow, volume 1, by Dianne Pugh, presents a compelling narrative within the realm of American fiction. The story follows Bill DeLacey, a man driven by the urgent need to locate his estranged daughter, Paula. To achieve this, he seeks the assistance of Iris Thorne. While Iris has her own complicated history and reasons for wanting to find Paula, she becomes an unlikely ally in this search.

The mystery deepens when a disturbing message left by DeLacey's wife on Iris's answerphone just days before her death comes to light. This American fiction novel explores the complex motivations and secrets held by these characters as they navigate their shared past. Body Blow provides a focused look at the connections between these individuals and the unresolved tensions that drive their search for answers.