A true story where grief, hope, and justice intertwine—Down Peachtree Lane stands among the unforgettable journeys of family and resilience.
Down Peachtree Lane
Down Peachtree Lane is a poignant and gripping memoir by David H. Hanks, recounting the mysterious disappearance of his mother, Hellen Griffin Hanks, in 1972. The narrative unfolds in Valdosta, Georgia, where Hellen vanished from her workplace, leaving behind her purse, car, and a family desperate for answers. The story delves into the emotional turmoil and resilience of the Hanks family as they navigate life without their matriarch.
David, along with his siblings Lucy and Penny, struggles to cope with the loss while facing societal rumors and personal challenges. The memoir paints a vivid picture of small-town Georgia in the 1970s, capturing the essence of family bonds, community dynamics, and the relentless pursuit of truth. As the years pass, the family endures further hardships, including the tragic death of David’s friend Eddy and the complexities of teenage love and loss.
Through heartfelt reflections and detailed recollections, David H. Hanks offers readers an intimate glimpse into his journey of growth, resilience, and the enduring hope for closure. Down Peachtree Lane is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of life’s most challenging moments.
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About
DAVID H. HANKS is a US Navy Veteran and has a distinguished career in the nuclear field as a senior reactor operator, reactor shift manager, international safeguards inspector, and nuclear nonproliferation analyst. He retired from the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission in 2021, and now lives with his family in Augusta, Georgia. He continues to refine his writing skills, which are recognized in many internationally accepted technical papers and as an author of several novels.
Awards & Recognition
• Recipient of the 2005 Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to the IAEA
• Georgia Writers Association—Georgia Author of the Year Nominee for Carson Griffin novels
• Published Author International Atomic Energy Agency
• Published Author American Nuclear Society
• Published Author Institute of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards
• Georgia Technology Students Association—Former Board of Directors
• Lifetime Member Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
• Lifetime Member American Legion
Other Books
The Carson Griffin Series
