This book is a well-written account of a family central to American folk and country music in the 20th century. You don't have to be a fan of the Carters to appreciate their contributions to the music scene, but reading this book will surely make you want to hear more of their music. The author took the time to know family members and their home country and writes sympathetically of it. I expected to learn more about the Carters, I didn't expect to read a book as hard to put down as any mystery I've read. I would recommend it to anyone interested in the music, the region, and our shared history.