Kathleen Hart Livres

A memoir of recovery, resilience and starting over in Wigtown, book capital of Scotland.

The book explores the widespread consumption of genetically modified foods in America and the lack of consumer awareness regarding these alterations. It contrasts this with the global perspective, where many countries mandate labeling for engineered crops and consumers actively avoid them. The narrative delves into the differing regulatory approaches between the U.S. and other nations, raising questions about safety, transparency, and the implications of these practices on public health and consumer rights.

The collection delves into the experiences of characters and artists who craft personal sanctuaries of beauty through the act of cutting and pasting. It reflects on the universal human tendency to create internal worlds that offer solace and peace. Hart ultimately reveals that this creative process leads to a collective acknowledgment of a higher power, highlighting the shared journey of seeking beauty and meaning in life.

The narrative intertwines the impact of the Chernobyl disaster on a Ukrainian family with an American journalist's quest to uncover a nuclear secret linked to her own family's past in upstate New York. Set during the tumultuous period of the Soviet Union's collapse, the story explores themes of tragedy, resilience, and the far-reaching consequences of nuclear power, creating a gripping journalistic thriller that connects personal and historical narratives.