Synopsis
Pieces of the Sky
Published by Samuel French Inc
4 Male 1 Female
This drama focuses on a strange, intense friendship that develops during World War II in Nebraska. Sarah is an independent and determined middle aged mother who runs a diner in Deliverance and worries about her son, a soldier fighting in Europe
She becomes the Jewish mailman's only friend in town, partly because she feels that a good relationship with the man who brings notices of war deaths will somehow shield her son from harm. Sarah and Joshua put together complex jigsaw puzzles to pass the time, until Sarah thinks he has betrayed her
"Bristling with character, texture, and wit" ~ Village Voice
"Paterson has created an actress's dream a strong complex character with many conflicting traits and hidden sides" ~ Orange County Register
"Funny and fascinating" ~ Fullerton Observer
"Deals with some weighty issues" ~ L.A. Times