"The Wheat Field" by Steve Thayer

Who Done it?
In the mysterious novel, ?The Wheat Field?, Steve Thayer really attracts his reader?s attention. Throughout his characterizations and descriptive words he brings the story to life. Pliny Pennington, who was the key character, was described to be an important officer of the small town, of Kickapoo Falls. Prior to being an officer, he served in the army as a sniper. Michael Butler, as well as his wife Maggie Butler, grew up in the same town as Pliny. Pennington being a recluse in school, never told Maggie of his feelings for her. Caren Sprague, who looked very much like Maggie, also plays a key role in this novel. All awhile, this is taking place around 1960, in Kickapoo Falls of Wisconsin.
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