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The Frozen River

From the bestselling author of Code Name Hélène
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The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon is a captivating story set in 1940s Maine, following the investigation of a murder during a harsh winter. The protagonist, a resilient midwife, becomes involved in solving the mystery. This historical novel beautifully integrates suspense with rich period details.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping historical mysteries woven with strong, multi-dimensional characters. Set against the backdrop of a harsh winter, it combines intrigue, suspense, and rich period detail to create a compelling and atmospheric read.

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The Frozen River

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From the bestselling author of Code Name Hélène comes a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who investigates a shocking murder that unhinges her small community.

Maine, 1789: When a man is found entombed in the frozen Kennebec River, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine the cause of death.

As the local midwife and healer, Martha is good at keeping secrets. Her diary is a record of every birth, death, and debacle that unfolds in the town of Hallowell. In that diary, she has also documented the details of an alleged rape committed by one of the town’s most esteemed gentlemen – the same man who has now been found dead in the ice.

While certain townspeople are eager to put both matters to rest, Martha suspects that the two crimes are linked, and that there is more to both cases than meets the eye. Over the course of one long, hard winter, whispers and prejudices mount, and Martha’s diary lands at the centre of the scandal, threatening to tear both her family and her community apart.

The Frozen River is a thrilling, tense, and tender story of an unsung heroine who refused to accept anything less than justice on behalf of those no one else would protect.

‘A gripping mystery, a touching love story, and a fascinating account of the life and times of women … Brilliantly atmospheric, with characters who leap off the page, a beautifully rendered landscape and an icy tension that pulls you through each chapter.’
Hannah Richell, bestselling author of The Search Party

The Frozen River is so vivid, so textured and multi-layered that I felt I'd opened a door and entered post-revolutionary America ... This novel was unlike anything I'd read before, and it left me awe-struck.
Lauren Belfer, New York Times bestselling author

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The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon has received praise for its gripping mystery, evocative atmosphere, and well-researched historical context. Reviewers commend its portrayal of strong female characters and the vivid, multi-layered narrative that brings to life the hardships and beauty of post-revolutionary America. It's highlighted as a stirring, engaging read that fans of historical fiction and strong heroines will appreciate.

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ISBN: 9781761423413

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Australia

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Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 448

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About the Author

ARIEL LAWHON is a critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of historical fiction. Her books have been translated into numerous languages and have been LibraryReads, Indie Next, Costco, and Book of the Month Club selections. She lives in the rolling hills outside Nashville, Tennessee, with her husband and four sons. Ariel splits her time between the grocery store and the baseball field.

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