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Gilded [MultiFormat]
by Catherine Karp
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In 1897, the growing women's rights movement marches valiantly toward the 20th century. But for Emma Brandenberg, the well-educated, much-younger wife of a popular Massachusetts mayor, equality seems a far cry from her stifling, often-violent marriage. During her darkest moments, she meets Freddie Ash, a nomadic ladies' hatmaker known for his own contributions toward female liberation--specifically, sexual liberation. With the brazen and beguiling hatmaker's help, Emma soon embarks upon an unfor... more info>> 2002 Hollywood Discovery Award Winner, Authorlink New Author Award Winner
Words: 105000 - Reading Time: 300-420 min.
Category: Historical Fiction
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Promise & Honor [Promise & Honor Trilogy Book 1] [MultiFormat]
by Kim Murphy
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At the outbreak of the Civil War, Amanda Graham's husband dies a hero's death. Left with no source of income, she smuggles medical supplies for Lieutenant Colonel William Jackson and the Confederacy. Although a rogue, Wil is a man of courage and fiercely loyal to Amanda. Lieutenant Samuel Prescott, a soldier of honor and former comrade before the war, fights for the Union. As opposing forces move into Virginia, Sam clashes with Wil on more than the battlefield, when both men fall in love with Am... more info>> 2003 ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award Finalist
Words: 88000 - Reading Time: 251-352 min.
Category: Historical Fiction
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Honor & Glory [Promise & Honor Trilogy Book 2] [MultiFormat]
by Kim Murphy
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In the devastating aftermath of the clash at Fredericksburg, opposing armies lie in wait for the spring campaign on the banks of the Rappahannock River. Two resourceful sisters are swept into the maelstrom--widening an ever-growing rift between family and loyalties. Betrothed to Major Samuel Prescott, Amanda sympathizes with the Union, while Alice struggles to find it within her heart to forgive the Northern forces that nearly destroyed her home. To make ends meet, she resorts to smuggling medic... more info>> 2004 ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award Winner
Words: 90000 - Reading Time: 257-360 min.
Category: Historical Fiction
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Voices Airy [MultiFormat]
by Catherine Karp
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In 1918, a sensuous and captivating San Diego woman conjures up spirits of departed loved ones in her seance room. Is she a fraud? A sufferer of delusions? Or can the dead indeed communicate through a mortal woman's body? 2004 ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Award Finalist
Words: 113358 - Reading Time: 323-453 min.
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