Washington's Lady

By: Nancy Moser

Narrated by: Linda Stevens

Length: 14 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Nancy Moser, Christy Award-winning author of Mozart's Sister, distills the life of Martha Washington into a revealing first-person historical novel. As a financially secure widow who has felt death's sting six times, 26-year-old Martha determines not to remarry. And then into her life strides a heroic colonel, and she dares to love again. But soon she must envision an even greater dream than domestic bliss.

©2008 Nancy Moser (P)2008 Recorded Books,LLC

Favorite Book I've Ever Read!

There were to many moments to count where I found myself so admiring Marta Washington! I just love her! Not only for her relationship with George Washington, but everyone she meets. This book was so well written I feel like II know Martha personally. Wish there were more Martha's in this world.

Woman of Faith and Courage

Before listening to this audiobook, I knew very little about either our first president, George Washington, or his bride, Martha Washington. I learned more about the time period and family in this interesting account of their lives.

This novel is written from the perspective of Martha Washington, and the audio version has a narrator whose voice, inflections, and moderation are very well done, one that I could easily listen to.

I wasn’t aware of the tragedies faced by the Washington’s, more specifically Martha. Their faith in the Lord made a huge difference in how they went through each crisis. Martha was an amazing woman to be able to provide the support George Washington needed throughout the Revolutionary War and his presidency. The devastating conditions faced through the war were not detailed. I was surprised at how much Martha was able to help George and his troops. She was definitely a woman I would have liked to know and was very well portrayed in this novel. I highly recommend this to those who appreciate historical novels about people who made huge contributions to our country and how their relationship with the Lord helped them through the challenges they faced.

Washington’s Lady

I learned so much of our early American History & culture. It was also, enjoyable to read. I just wish our country still held the conviction, honor, values, beliefs and faith as George Washington’s example to our country.

Fantastic

Much thanks to Nancy Moser for giving such a beautiful picture of Martha Washington and her beloved George.

A book to remember

I picked this book on a lark. However, I found it charming. This is not an in depth history, It told in the perspective of a the memories of Martha Washington. Quite enjoyable

Okay

Narrator's voice is very old lady with a lot of priss. It killed it for me

Excellent Book!

Must read! The Washington's life was a difficult one but they loved each other dearly. I enjoyed how the author really brought these historical people to life and made them real. She showed how you can overcome obstacles and long separations and still be devoted to one another. Will listen to this book again and again.

Great!

I thought this was a great read. It really made my past visit to Mt Vernon come alive. It was a real love story and showed their dedication not only to each other but to our new country. The word "providence" is used often in this book.
Providence it was for our first President and his
lady.
Good narration and should be a recommended read for all teens to read. As Americans they can
relive the sacrifice that many men and women made
for their freedom.

Engrossing!

I will count this among the very best books I have listened to. It was completely engrossing, and I dreaded having to stop listening to finally go to sleep. It was a tender look at both Martha Washington's thoughts and actions in her personal life AND her husband's little-known private words and feelings. For the majority who never realized what an inspiration she was to her husband, and how great impact she had in his life and our country's history, it is a real eye-opener. I never knew of the private heartbreak that Martha Washington endured in her life, having lost every one of her children over time, and the many other loved ones in her life that died. It was so typical of the times in American life, though, that illnesses, injuries, and diseases that we now have treatments and cures for were life-threatening just 200 years ago. Her strength in the face of those many losses was really inspirational to me. She made a conscious choice more than once to rise above the socially acceptable response of grieving, taking to bed, and generally becoming depressed. Her service to others, her husband, family, friends, and total strangers was also keenly inspiring. Her life was consumed with hostessing, nursing, and nurturing, and the author did a superb job, as did the narrator, of capturing her for the listener. Bravo!

One of the Best

This is one of the best books I have listened to. It kept me interested the whole time. I have a new appreciation for our founding fathers and their families.