Can you recommend some famous Appalachian novels?

One well - known Appalachian based novel is 'Cold Mountain' by Charles Frazier. It tells a story set during the Civil War and vividly depicts the Appalachian region. Another is 'Christy' by Catherine Marshall, which focuses on a young teacher's experiences in the Appalachian Mountains.

Sure. 'A Killing in the Hills' by Julia Keller is an excellent choice. It's set in an Appalachian town and involves a murder mystery. The story delves deep into the local culture, the unique characters of the region, and the dark secrets that lurk beneath the surface. The descriptions of the Appalachian landscape add an extra layer of atmosphere to the mystery.

'The Secret Life of Bees' also has an Appalachian - like setting and a strong romantic undertone. It's about a young girl's journey of self - discovery and the relationships she forms, including a romantic one. The characters are well - developed and the story is both heartwarming and poignant.

One great Appalachian horror novel is 'The Blair Witch Project' novelization. It brings the spooky legend of the Blair Witch to life with its tales of strange happenings in the Appalachian woods.

Also, 'The Longest Silence: A Life in Fishing' by Thomas McGuane has some elements related to the Appalachian Trail area. The author often writes about nature and the outdoors, and the Appalachian region features in some of his works.

One famous work is 'Cold Mountain' by Charles Frazier. It tells the story of a Confederate soldier's journey back home to Cold Mountain during the Civil War, and it beautifully captures the Appalachian landscape and the people's way of life.

Then there is 'The Appalachian Trail: A Biography'. It offers a lot of information about the trail itself, which is important for understanding the context of the stories that are set on the Appalachian Trail in fictional novels.

Sure. 'Christy' by Catherine Marshall is a great start. It has a simple yet engaging story about a teacher in Appalachia that's easy to follow. Another good one is 'The River Why' by David James Duncan as it has elements of adventure and self - discovery set in an Appalachian - like backdrop.

One well - known Appalachian crime novel is 'Winter's Bone' by Daniel Woodrell. It tells a gripping story set in the Ozark Mountains, which is part of the greater Appalachian region. The main character, Ree Dolly, has to search for her father who put their house up for bond and then disappeared. It's a story full of danger and family loyalty.

One well - known Appalachian horror story is about the Mothman. It's said to be a large, humanoid creature with wings that was sighted in the Appalachian region. People who saw it reported feeling an intense sense of dread. Another is the legend of the Bell Witch. Supposedly, a witch haunted the Bell family in Tennessee, which is part of the Appalachians. It would torment the family members, move objects, and make strange noises at night.