TAPC's Susan Ross will review The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (2023)(448 pages).
The story takes place in Maine in 1789. It is a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who defied the legal system and wrote herself into American history. The story follows her as she investigates a murder and showcases the many challenges she faces doing so in a male dominated society. 2024 nominee for best historic fiction
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Questions? Contact Sally Adkin at sadkin@nc.rr.com