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A Little Teaser
Numbed by unthinkable cruelty, Elizabeth holds her dying husband and child in her arms. With few resources and fewer choices in her 1880's homestead of Montana, Elizabeth escapes with only the family horse to form a new life. In four short years, she embarks on a courageous journey back to her true self and charts a path for other desperate women. This poignant and realistic look at how five diverse women find themselves face down in the mud of life and struggle to piece together a meaningful future while trying not to surrender their souls.
Their personal stories intermingle with of a modern-day sixteen-year-old who discovers Elizabeth’s hidden diaries. She learns more about herself and her ancestry than she wanted.
This historical novel is set in the 1880s Silver Mining town of Granite deep in the mountains of Montana. Granite was a vibrant town but tragically existed for only 12 years.
Readers are prompted to consider:
"What life circumstances could cause a woman to fall to the lowest place a woman can go?"
"What would women need to regain self-respect and dignity and how would her life be judged one hundred years later by her great-granddaughter?
Readers who enjoy not only a good story but also appreciate a deeper understanding of human behavior and profound psychological motivations of characters will relish this novel.
THE SMELL OF MUD is available at
http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Smell-of-Mud-ebook/dp/B00BJPYY5W/
WHISPERS FROM THE SANDS
The search for meaning in life transcends culture, prejudice, and fear. Whispers From The Sands tells the story of Yadde, a gruff Bedouin grandfather who endeavors to pass on his legacy to those he loves as he approaches the end of his life. His eldest grandson, Saeed, cares for him during his final months. Though their lives have been vastly different, Saeed gradually learns to listen and understand, and over time, their voices harmonize.
Through Yadde’s eyes, we gain newfound clarity into the world, reflecting on the rapid changes he has witnessed and the evolving history of the United Arab Emirates. This remarkable transformation captures the delicate beauty found in the mundane tasks of daily life. The family is grappling not only with Yadde’s impending death but also with the loss of the safety and comfort of a simpler lifestyle.
Whispers From The Sands weaves together compelling stories, vividly portraying Emirati culture through Yadde’s reflections. Behind the spirited voice of this patriarch, we hear the subtle yet vibrant tones of the strong women in his life—quiet, less public, yet well-educated and substantial. Themes of love, respect, loyalty, and relationships are explored as Yadde gently guides his family with wisdom and craftiness.
This portrait of the UAE serves as a reminder of its traditions and a code of behavior shaped by the hardships of the desert, never to be forgotten.
A Novel inspired by The Women's Heritage Walk
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