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The Frozen River |
by Ariel Lawhon |
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Praise For This Book |
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - GMA BOOK CLUB PICK - AN NPR BOOK OF THE YEAR - "The narrator of Ariel Lawhon's The Frozen River is another stalwart heroine...detailed descriptions of the routines of village life give this narrative its intimate sense of connection - and set [the narrator] up for a pivotal confrontation." -The New York Times Book Review "Fans of 'Outlander's' Claire Fraser will enjoy Lawhon's Martha, who is brave and outspoken when it comes to protecting the innocent... impressive." -The Washington Post "Compelling ...a most uncozy mystery that addresses the unbalanced power dynamics of men and women, rich and poor." -NPR, Weekend Edition "Martha Ballard is not just a Maine midwife who's never lost a patient. She's also a truth speaker and a justice seeker in an era when women can't even testify in court...Once again, Lawhon works storytelling magic with a real-life heroine." -People Magazine, Book of the Week "Part murder mystery, part historical fiction ... this novel has a gothic, wintry feel that makes it an ideal fireside read." -Real Simple "A richly satisfying drama ... A vivid, exciting page-turner from one of our most interesting authors of historical fiction." -Kirkus, starred review "Outstanding... Martha is an extraordinary character... Lawhon's first-rate tale should entrance readers passionate about early America and women's history." -Booklist, starred review "Atmospheric, unique and elegantly written, The Frozen River will satisfy mystery lovers and historical fiction enthusiasts alike." -BookPage, starred review "Once again, Lawhon works storytelling magic with a real-life heroine." -People Magazine "The stirring story of one woman's quest for justice...Lawhon combines modern prose with the immediacy of her source material, making for an accessible and textured narrative. This accomplished historical powerfully speaks to centuries-old inequities that remain in the present day." -Publishers Weekly |
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