Five-time Christy Award winner Lynn Austin spins an enthralling, multi-generational tale spanning from 1848 to 1920. While 20-year-old Harriet is behind bars, she reviews the history of her great-grandmother's fight against slavery, her grandmother's crusade against "demon rum," and her mother's struggle for women's suffrage. Now she longs for the courage to leave her own legacy. "This is an entertaining and engaging faith-based tale sure to hit best-seller lists and the awards circuit."-Publishers Weekly
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"This was a very interesting story about four generations of women and the differences they made in their lives (from helping slaves escape on the underground railroad, to prohibition, to women getting the right to vote, to helping business succeed while most of the men were gone to war). Some parts were slightly hard to follow when switching between characters, but overall a very enjoyable read."
— Andrea (4 out of 5 stars)
" What I liked about this book was the layers... the four generations of women who told their stories. There were some parts of the story that I didn't like, (as in, I would have changed!) but overall, it was a nice, easy read. Harriet is so funny!! And Grandma Bebe is even funnier. But I still think she should have married Neal... read the book, and I think you'll agree with me!! =) "
— Hannah, 2/7/2014" Interesting story of 3 generations of women but writing style was slightly disjointed it seemed. "
— Brittany, 1/30/2014" Not my absolute favorite of hers, but still a good, uplifting little read. It did inspire me to try to be a better person and get up, get out, and do something important. The main character in the story was the only one I didn't really like all that much and the ending was a bit disappointing, but overall a good book. "
— Angie, 1/22/2014" I love Lynn Austin. This was a great book. I am not aure it is as good as some of her others, but I like it a lot. "
— Melissa, 1/12/2014" This book goes through four generations of women, beginning around the time of the Civil War. Each woman fights for her beliefs and looks to God in her struggles. It is a very motivating book, and while there were sad parts, there were also funny parts. My favorite character was Bebe. She went through a lot, and yet still remained a kind, caring person. "
— Catherine, 1/9/2014" What a nice way to end 2012. I hated for this book to end because I wanted to continue to to visit with these remarkable women to see how they met the challenges and injustices that came their way. I would love a sequel. "
— Deena, 1/7/2014" Lynn Austin has become one of my absolute favorite authors. She does an amazing job blending a great story with historical times and great Christian messages. I buy these books for Ashlyn but I can't get enough of them myself. "
— Cami, 12/26/2013" Set during the Prohibition era, so I was fascinated by the story. I love how Lynn Austin can take you back and forth in time without confusion. This author is a MUST for anyone who enjoys Historical Fiction novels, Christian novels, and/or a great combination of both! "
— Elizabeth, 11/30/2013" A novel that lead you through the story of mothers and daughters with wisdom throughout. "
— Valerie, 11/14/2013" Another great inspiring story by Lynn Austin. She is quickly becoming a favorite in the Christian-Fiction genre. This story spans 70 years and four generations of women and includes The Civil War and the emancipation of the slaves, prohibition, the Suffrage movement and WWI. Highly recommended!! "
— Marleah, 8/17/2013" This one started out a little slow for me but I ended up really enjoying it. Good clean read. "
— Trisha, 3/8/2013" This was an engaging book. I wanted to know what happened next in the story and I found it hard to stop reading. "
— Marnie, 2/1/2013" I really like Lynn Austin's writing style. Easy to read (and listen to if you are into audible books). I like the way the book goes back and forth from the grandmother's story to the grandaughter's story. "
— Jeanette, 12/19/2012" another historical read that deals with Slavery, Temperance, & Women's Rights "
— Sheila, 11/18/2012" Very good book. It made me look back at my life and do some improvements. "
— Denise, 10/14/2012" I loved this book! It was well written and so important to women's issues. "
— Maryann, 9/2/2011" Not really my type of read, and a very different writing style for Lynn Austin. I liked the ending. "
— Ashleigh, 4/23/2011" I liked this very much....deals with alcoholism and all the problems it creates. "
— Ladean, 4/4/2011" Lynn Austin has become one of my favorite authors. This was a great story spanning 4 generations of women. Highly recommend it! "
— Nancy, 3/18/2011" Interesting but cheesy. I did appreciate the insight into how it was during the last days of slavery, prohibition, and suffrage. I had a hard time following the flashbacks. "
— Mlove, 7/5/2010Lynn Austin has sold more than one and a half million copies of her books worldwide. A former teacher who now writes and speaks full-time, she has won eight Christy Awards for her historical fiction. One of those novels, Hidden Places, has also been made into an Original Hallmark Channel movie.
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