Orphaned in the cholera epidemic of 1833, Adria Starr was cared for by a slave named Louis, a man who stayed in Springfield, Kentucky, when anyone with means had fled. A man who passed up the opportunity to escape his bondage and instead tended to the sick and buried the dead. A man who, twelve years later, is being sold by his owners despite his heroic actions. Now nineteen, Adria has never forgotten what Louis did for her. She's determined to find a way to buy Louis's freedom. But in 1840s Kentucky, she'll face an uphill battle. Based partly on a true story, Ann H. Gabhart's latest historical novel is a tour de force. The vividly rendered town of Springfield and its citizens immerse readers in a story of courage, betrayal, and honor that will stick with them long after they turn the last page.
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"I listened to the entire book in 3 days. Couldn’t put it aside. Ann H. Gabhart did a fantastic job of portraying what life may have been like during this time in US history. I fell in love with many of the characters. This story had just enough romance, and it was not a predictable storyline. Many surprises!"
— Debra Jenkins (5 out of 5 stars)
" This story grabbed me. I finished the audio in 3 days. The narrator’s voice was right for this book. Ann H. Gabhart did a fabulous job of portraying what life may have been during this time in US history. Hoping there’s a sequel to this one! "
— Debra Jenkins , 1/5/2020Ann H. Gabhart is the author of one work of nonfiction and more than thirty novels of romance, young adult romance, mystery, and inspiration. Learn more at www.annhgabhart.com.
Kate Forbes, winner of four Earphones Awards for audiobook narrating, is a professionally trained actress who has appeared on Broadway, in regional theaters, and with a renowned touring company. After graduating from Sarah Lawrence College, where she was active in theater, she completed an MFA at New York University School of the Arts. With this training, she launched into a successful acting career.