Key West Author
Jessica Argyle writes with an unflinching eye for the complexities of human nature, crafting stories that examine the depths of survival and the resilience of the human spirit. Her work, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Florida Keys, explores themes of identity, memory, and the profound choices that define us.
A literary voice from the Florida Keys
Born in Ottawa, Canada, Jessica Argyle has established herself as a distinctive voice in contemporary literary fiction. Her work draws inspiration from the psychological depth of Patricia Highsmith and the precise, unadorned prose of Raymond Carver, creating narratives that examine the human condition with unflinching honesty.
Her debut novel, "No Name Key" (2014), marked the beginning of a compelling series set against the backdrop of the Florida Keys. The novel, which unfolds during the devastating 1935 Labor Day hurricane, explores themes of survival, moral ambiguity, and the complex nature of human relationships under extreme circumstances. Critics have praised her ability to create atmospheric tension and develop characters of remarkable psychological complexity.
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Literary fiction that examines the human condition
Literary Fiction
In the summer of 1935, Elle Woodman has found a measure of peace on a remote island in the Florida Keys. But when her estranged husband Billy returns, threatening to destroy the fragile independence she has built, Elle must confront the moral complexities of survival. As the most destructive hurricane in American history approaches, this haunting tale explores the depths of human desperation and the price of freedom.
Literary Fiction
This compelling sequel to "No Name Key" continues the exploration of moral ambiguity and human resilience in the unforgiving landscape of the Florida Keys. With the same psychological depth and atmospheric tension that marked her debut, Argyle examines the lasting consequences of desperate choices and the complex nature of redemption.
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