Genesee

by Juliet Waldron

In Juliet Waldron's Genesee, published by Books We Love, Genesee, Born to a runaway teen and Iroquois Warrior, struggles to find her place, her loyalties eternally torn between two warring peoples. When the American Revolution sets the Mohawk Valley ablaze, will a young soldier’s love prove strong enough to save her? GENESEE is an extraordinary book about love, hardship and prejudice. It's well written and full of wonderful characters. Even though they have many differences, Genesee and Alexander are true kindred spirits. Ms. Waldron keeps you enthralled by, a little at a time, giving tantalizing tidbits of their origins. This story isn't sugarcoated, which is really refreshing. There are some instances of violence, but they're brief and handled well. Anyone who enjoys an honest, realistic story will love this one. Renee Burnette “Genesee is a fascinating look into the early life of upstate New York during the [American Revolution]. Juliet Waldron makes you feel as if you’re experiencing Genesee’s trials and tribulations right along side her. The complex family structures, the interactions of the Dutch settlers with the Seneca nations and other Native American tribes, the atrocities committed in the name of war, Genesee returning to her Indian heritage, are all elements that meld very effectively to make this outstanding story one well worth reading over and over.”~ Lani RobertsAffaire de Coeur“The magazine that brings you honest reviews”September-October 2003 Reviewsread the complete review here‘ . . . Juliet V. Waldron spins a magical tale of love during the American Revolution in her new historical novel, “Genesee.” . . . “Genesee” won the EPPIE 2003 award for best historical novel. The award was presented by EPIC, the Electronically Published Internet Connection organization. . . . The story of confidence in one's self, faith in love and the resilience of the human spirit, “Genesee” is an entertaining romantic adventure set in a young America, but its lessons are timeless.’~ Mary O. BradleyCopyright 2003 The Patriot-News. Used with permission.read the complete review here

Genres: Historical Romance, Historical Fiction, Romance, American Revolution

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

About the author

Juliet Waldron was baptized in the Yellow Spring of a unique Ohio farm town. After some years in an upstate New York farmhouse with a resident ghost, she began to travel with her Auntie Mame mother, who flamboyantly adored history and grand opera.

Returning to the States, got married and raised sons, eventually working at jobs ranging from artist's model to power-suited Merrill Lynch “girl.” Then, she went off the deep end and began to write. She enjoys putting what she has learned about people, places and relationships into her stories. She has granddaughters she'd like to see more often, several cats, and just celebrated her 51th wedding anniversary with a guy who rides a Hayabusa and hasn't lost her off the back yet.

Reviews

[Sydell Voeller · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genesee is a superbly written novel. The story's core conflict (Genesse's struggle to fit in to two warring cultures) is dramatically portrayed, interwoven by her budding romance with an American Revolution captain.

[Rosemary Morris · Rating 5 out of 5]

nces luxury, extreme hardship, captivity, and prejudice because she is a ‘half breed’.
When Jenny and Captain Alexander Dunbar meet, they cannot foresee many severe trials that lie ahead. From the beginning to the end of this novel I hoped it would end happily.
I congratulate s Waldron on writing Genesee, which I don’t hesitate to recommend. It deserves my 5 out of 5* review.

[Kim Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Born of an Iroquois father and a Dutch runaway, Genesee is caught between two worlds. In Albany, she is drawn into her mother's world and courts the handsome Alex Dunbar, but the Revolutionary War separates them. Genesee returns to the frontier and wonders if she will ever see Alex again.

Genesee is a wonderful blend of history and romance. Well researched, and I never guessed how the story would end.

[Cris · Rating 4 out of 5]

nice romance story. Great with the history and location of the area. nice light reading.