Great Female Protagonists discussion

Hi all,

I just discovered a great historical fiction western with a fascinating, complicated female protagonist - Karen Kondazian’s new novel THE WHIP.

Set in the uncompromising Old West is inspired by the true story of an extraordinary woman, Charlotte "Charley" Parkhurst who lived most of her tumultuous life as a male stagecoach driver.

As a young woman in Rhode Island, she fell in love with a black man and had his child. He was lynched, her baby killed. The destruction of her family drove her west to California, dressed as a man, to track the killer.

Charley became a renowned stagecoach driver for Wells Fargo. She killed the famous outlaw Sugarfoot, had a secret love affair, and lived with a housekeeper who, unaware of her true sex, fell in love with her.

Charley was the first woman to vote in America in 1868 (as a man). Her grave lies in Watsonville, California.

This extremely moving, thrilling, equally witty and heartbreaking book so perfectly illustrates the social and racial turmoil during this pivotal moment in American history. Although a complicated and flawed character, Charley is a fascinating, inspirational woman we care for. This compelling narrative of her personal journey will not be easily forgotten and I recommend that you pick up a copy of THE WHIP asap.


Also check out the Official Website, lots of great articles/interviews
http://www.thewhipnovel.com/


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