Demon Copperhead

A gripping and heart-warming epic

Strap yourselves in: this book is one hell of a ride. Set in the Appalachian mountains of Virginia in the 1980s, it’s the story of orphan Demon Copperhead, born in a trailer to a drug-addict mother, and his quest for life, love and somewhere to call home – a modern-day take on Dickens’ David Copperfield.

Armed only with his wit and indomitable fighting spirit, Demon survives child labour, exploitation and true poverty, makes enemies and meets mentors – but ultimately, he can only trust himself. 

This novel has been a worldwide hit

Kingsolver tells an epic tale, rich with drama and masterfully drawn characters, shining a light on the forgotten “hillbilly” underclass and their world of addiction and hardship in a parallel with Dickens’ classic novel.

Seen through Demon’s eyes, it’s also a world of sharp humour, fierce loyalties and a deep love of nature, from the deathly waterfalls to the distant ocean that he longs to see. Story-telling at its absolute best.