Ida, meanwhile, has left her love for painting behind.It comes as no surprise to Ida when Ezra is hours late for a Thanksgiving dinner, only to leave abruptly for another supposedly urgent business trip to Boston.
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Sally Cabot Gunningová se ve své tvorbě zaměřuje na odkrývání skrytých příběhů a lidských osudů, které stojí za známými historickými událostmi. S hlubokým zájmem o minulost svého rodného Massachusetts proplétá ve svých románech bohatou historii s poutavými lidskými dramaty. Její styl vyniká schopností dát tvář zapomenutým postavám a prozkoumat neznámé aspekty historických období. Gunningová píše s vášní pro detail a s cílem přiblížit čtenářům minulost tak, jak ji dosud neznali.
- 2021
- 2017
Set against the backdrop of 18th-century France and Virginia, the story follows young Martha Jefferson as she navigates life after her mother's death. Accompanying her father, Thomas Jefferson, on a diplomatic mission to Paris, Martha experiences a world of culture and politics. After five years abroad, they return to Monticello, where the challenges of family legacy and personal growth unfold, highlighting the complexities of their relationship and the historical context of their lives.
- 2009
Bound
- 336 stránek
- 12 hodin čtení
Set in colonial Cape Cod, this novel follows an indentured servant grappling with the constraints of law and societal expectations, as well as her own emotional struggles. The story delves into themes of freedom, love, and the complexities of servitude, highlighting the protagonist's journey toward self-discovery and autonomy amidst the challenges of her time.
- 2007
The Widow's War
- 336 stránek
- 12 hodin čtení
Set in a colonial New England whaling village, this historical novel intertwines themes of female strength and societal judgment. It explores the lives of women navigating their roles and relationships in a harsh, patriarchal environment, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in The Red Tent and the moral complexities of The Scarlet Letter. The narrative delves into personal struggles, community dynamics, and the haunting legacies of the past, offering a poignant reflection on resilience and identity.