Martha Conway Bücher

1838 auf dem Ohio River: May Bedloe arbeitet als Schneiderin für ihre Cousine Comfort Vertue, eine gefeierte Schauspielerin. May hatte nie das Bedürfnis, im Scheinwerferlicht zu stehen, und ist mit ihrem einfachen Leben zufrieden. Doch dann trennt sich Comfort überraschend von May, und zum ersten Mal in ihrem Leben ist diese ganz auf sich allein gestellt. Aus der Not heraus heuert sie auf Hugo Cushings Theaterschiff an – und blüht auf. Denn die bunte, exotische Truppe, die ihr dort begegnet, lässt sie endlich zu sich selbst finden. Als ihr dann noch Hugo selbst Avancen macht, scheint ihrem Glück nichts mehr im Wege zu sein. Doch gerade als May ihren Platz im Leben gefunden zu haben glaubt, wird sie vor die größte Herausforderung ihres Lebens gestellt …

Set in 1806 Ohio, the story follows seventeen-year-old Susanna Quiner as she embarks on a daring quest to rescue her four sisters, kidnapped by Potawatomi Indians. With the loss of her parents and isolation from other settlers, Susanna navigates through various challenges, including life in a Moravian village and a Wyandot longhouse. Concurrently, Seth Spendlove, who is intertwined with the kidnapping, seeks to reclaim his heritage while searching for Susanna. The novel explores themes of survival, transformation, and the complexities of pioneer life amidst Native American cultures.

From the author of The Underground River comes this compelling new novel of female perseverance. Set in the aftermath of the Civil War, The Physician's Daughter is the story of two people trying to make their way in a world that is struggling to escape its past. It is 1865, the American Civil War has just ended, and 18-year old Vita Tenney is determined to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a country doctor like her father. But when her father tells her she must get married instead, Vita explores every means of escape - and finds one in the person of war veteran Jacob Culhane. Damaged by what he's seen in battle and with all his family gone, Jacob is seeking investors for a fledgling business. Then he meets Vita - and together they hatch a plan that should satisfy both their desires. Months later, Vita seemingly has everything she ever wanted. But alone in a big city and haunted by the mistakes of her past, she wonders if the life she always thought she wanted was too good to be true. When love starts to compete with ambition, what will come out on top?

A gripping tale unfolds as a detective navigates a web of intrigue and deception in a small town. The plot thickens with unexpected twists and complex characters, each harboring secrets that could unravel the truth. Themes of justice and morality are explored as the protagonist races against time to solve the mystery, leading to a shocking conclusion. With sharp prose and a keen eye for detail, this novel promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, making it a must-read for mystery enthusiasts.

This reprint of a 1872 original offers a glimpse into historical literature, emphasizing the importance of preserving classic works for future generations. Published by Anatiposi, the book may exhibit imperfections typical of age, including potential missing pages or lower quality. The initiative aims to keep these valuable texts accessible to the public, ensuring that they remain part of our cultural heritage.