The Perfect Summer Read, Washington’s Lady, Reviewed
June 3, 2008
This week, the
Christian Fiction Blog Alliance
is introducing
(Bethany House June 1, 2008)
by
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Nancy Moser is the author of three inspirational humor books and eighteen novels, including Solemnly Swear, Just Jane, and Time Lottery, a Christy Award winner. She is an inspirational speaker, giving seminars around the country. She has earned a degree in architecture; run a business with her husband; traveled extensively in Europe; and has performed in various theaters, symphonies, and choirs. She and her husband have three grown children and make their home in the Midwest.
ABOUT THE BOOK
It has been said that without George Washington there would be no United States. But without Martha, there would be no George Washington. He called her “my other self.”
Who was this woman who captured the heart of our country’s founder? She dreams of a quiet life with her beloved George, but war looms…
Though still a young woman, Martha Dandridge Custis was a wealthy, attractive widow and the mother of two small children with no desire to remarry. But when a striking war hero steps into her life, she realizes that she is ready to love again. She is courted by, then marries the French and Indian War hero.
Yet she wonders whether this man, accustomed to courageous military exploits, can settle down to a simple life of farming and being a father to her children. Even as she longs for domestic bliss, Martha soon realizes she will have to risk everything dear to her and find the courage to get behind a dream much larger than her own.
Her new life as Martha Washington took her through blissful times at Mount Vernon, family tragedies, six years of her husband’s absence during the Revolutionary War, and her position as a reluctant First Lady.
Known for moving first-person novels of Nannerl Mozart and Jane Austen, in Washington’s Lady, Nancy Moser now brings to life the loves and trials of the First First Lady of the United States.
If you would like to read the first chapter, go HERE
SALLY SAYS:
With Memorial Day just past and the Fourth of July approaching, Washington’s Lady by Nancy Moser, is the perfect summer read. If you’re just the littlest bit patriotic, this book will leave you teary-eyed.
We all know that George Washington made many sacrifices as the leader of the American forces, but you’ll be surprised to learn all the sacrifices his wife Martha made. The book starts with the death of Martha’s first husband and moves quickly into her courtship with George Washington, which will make you smile more than once. From there, you get an eye-opening peak into the difficulty of life in the 1700’s. And from there you go knee-deep into the trials of the War and the stories of a nation who won but should have lost.
I think we often have a fantasy story-book ending of George and Martha’s life after the war, but the reality is so much different than expected. I have a much deeper respect for both George and Martha after reading all that they gave up — for us today.
Nancy Moser has written two previous historical fiction novels, but this one tops them both. Yes, the book is based on history and fact, but some sections had to be guessed at, and Nancy includes a section at the end that differentiates between what was fact and what was fiction.
Go buy this book and take it on your vacation. You won’t regret it.
Comments
4 Responses to “The Perfect Summer Read, Washington’s Lady, Reviewed”
Can’t wait to read this one. I loved Time Lottery and Just Jane! And I’m really fascinated by the time period of the American Revolution.
Great review. You’re a finalist. There will be many, but you made the first cut so you are in the running for the featured blog on the new online mag.
I had my library order this book and just picked it up yesterday. I’m anxious to begin reading!!!
Finished !
Wow, what a great story. I think I could definately read this one again and find something I missed the first time through. I may have even convinced my DH to read it too. How neat to see history unfold through Martha’s eyes.
Thanks for the “head’s up” on this one Sally!