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P.L.’s 2025 Year in Books
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P.L. Cowger
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Napa Valley, CA, The United States
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Petra's Quest
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Why I Wrote Petra's Quest
Dear Reader,
When I was a young girl growing up in rural Napa Valley in the 1960s, there were only two places where my mother and I wore white gloves—Sunday Mass and San Francisco.
"The City," as Northern Californians called San Francisco, was a magical place in this country girl's eyes, with its iconic bridges, Victorian Painted Ladies, clanging cable cars, and downtown architecture. The grandeur Read more of this blog post »
When I was a young girl growing up in rural Napa Valley in the 1960s, there were only two places where my mother and I wore white gloves—Sunday Mass and San Francisco.
"The City," as Northern Californians called San Francisco, was a magical place in this country girl's eyes, with its iconic bridges, Victorian Painted Ladies, clanging cable cars, and downtown architecture. The grandeur Read more of this blog post »
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As a first-time author of a historical novel, I spent months and months of grueling research - and confirmed a lifetime of personal experiences - befo
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The author, clearly, did her research before writing this book; and she put every tidbit of research into the novel. It was very descriptive, even when a description was not necessary. There were so many wasted words. There were ideas, and characte" Read more of this review » |
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"I really wanted to like this book, especially since I'm an avid reader of historical fiction and a friend recommended it. A love story that travels from the Italian Alps across the Atlantic to New York City and to the Iron Range of Minnesota in a swe"
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| One of my favorite books - and have bought it for a handful of friends. I found the history, multiple timelines, and multiple locations intriguing and kept my attention. I loved the genealogical mystery, too. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars ...more | |
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| An all-time favorite book with intrigue, mystery, and history. I would give it 5 stars if the ending had not been a bit flat. Not disappointing but not a home run. Loved all the history and characters and the trips back and forth in time. First read ...more | |
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| Loved this book. The story was detailed, well-researched, and heartfelt. The history of Sicilian immgration and WW1 were very interesting and enriched the scenes. I appreciated the depth of emotions that the story stirred. I learned so much - always ...more | |
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| An enjoyable and easy-to-read novel. Extremely well-written and researched. Scenes very descriptive. Felt I was in New York. As an amateur painter, I especally liked the subject matter (art/painting) and the mystery tied to it. | |
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| I really enjoyed going back in time in New York City. A story that kept me guessing, my emotions going up and down. Won't say more because I don't want to ruin it for you. Good writing. Described the settings beautifully ...more | |
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“Nonna, there's something else… San Francisco. Sometimes when I walk through the neighborhoods, downtown, past buildings… I think they whisper to me... Petra Duffey”
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“Doesn't everyone have otherworldly experiences? Dreams that feel so real... coincidences too unlikely to explain... a sense that guardian angels or mystical beings are near. Petra Duffey”
― Petra's Quest
― Petra's Quest
“We are going to Sant'Anna today. To hallowed ground. How is it possible to convey such unthinkable cruelty? But I must. And I will when I return.”
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