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Erica Colahan I grew up outside Philadelphia hearing rumors that my great-great-grandmother Mary tried to drown her children and then herself in the Delaware River …moreI grew up outside Philadelphia hearing rumors that my great-great-grandmother Mary tried to drown her children and then herself in the Delaware River before being committed to an asylum. Captivated, I pictured the scene every time I passed the river, and the story has percolated since childhood. At some point, a family member suggested someone write a novel about Mary, and I decided it was time to research and bring this difficult story to light. Historical fiction is a beautiful vehicle that enables learning from the past and brings healing to the present.(less)
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Step into the neurodiverse mind of a genius and experience the paradox—the boldness & uncertainty of everyday choices.
Unique, bold, interesting. Great read!
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Jane boldly navigates the ultimate struggle between independence & autonomy vs loyalty & love—both familial & romantic. Hands down, my favorite novel.
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Jane boldly navigates the ultimate struggle between independence & autonomy vs loyalty & love—both familial & romantic. Hands down, my favorite novel.
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The first few pages of this book had me thinking this would be just another World War II love story. It's not. The Italian Ballerina is a multi-generational saga—spanning years and covering continents—that tackles the topics of religion, justice, bra ...more
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The perfect mix of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre, & Molstad's The Patriot, this novel was IMPOSSIBLE to put down.

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Lawhon invites us into the drama unfolding in Colonial Maine during a freezing winter in her usual gripping style.

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Lawhon invites us into the drama unfolding in Colonial Maine during a freezing winter in her usual gripping style.

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Deep dive into Southern Indian culture through the lens of 3 generations of a loving & complicated family. Jaw-dropping twists!
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