A Northern Light

I liked this book before I bought it because I'm familiar with the time and place in which it is set. But to my very pleasant surprise, I found that the real interest that this book holds is the way the author captures the process of discernment -- how we direct our own lives. How do we know what to do with our lives? Which promises do we have to keep and which ones can we break when circumstances change? The portrayal here of the process of moral deliberation really resonated with me, and I'm 42 -- well past the point of wondering what to do with my life. But I think adolescents will really get a lot out of this book. I expect my 9-year-old daughter will enjoy it in five or six years. (My son, not so much -- but maybe I'll change my mind about that as time goes by.)

I loved this book. It has enough mystery and intrigue to keep the adult listenter interested, but is also suitable for the younger listener as well. Highly enjoyable.

A wonderful coming-of-age story incorporating a true-life crime as a backdrop. Hope Davis reads this beautifully.

This was a great story, historical fiction set in a wonderful and realistic Adirondack setting. Truly enjoyable.

This is an incredibly engaging story about a very real family. The descriptions of the time and places are wonderful. The characters are brought to life brilliantly by Hope Davis. You want to cheer for Mattie. She is brilliant. Part of it is based on a true story which adds another dimension. I was sorry when it ended.

This is the best book I have listened to in years. Would like to hear more of her stories.

a moving story about true events and challenges in life that hold true, then, today and always. life is what you make of it

I never review a book before finishing, but I'm up at 1 am, unable to turn my speaker off.
Once I started reading her books I knew this was another Elizabeth George or Kate Morton.
I really like the way she is telling this story in little blocks of different times in the character's life. Not historical, like months ahead or back. So, I'm up trying to find out how blah blah happened when blah blah happened so emphatically!
Every now & then a true talent comes along. I am so happy I discovered this author.

I love the Adirondacks, and this is a great Adorondack story, both capturing the history and the essence of the area..

Mattie Gokey is the lead character. She would have to be the favorite character, Her friend Weaver complements her in many ways and is also a well developed character.

When Mattie finds out that her family is sick and finds them all in very poor condition was one of the most moving sections of the book.

The main character of Mattie kept me enthralled.

Fair and Tender Ladies for believable, strong female characters in a time period book.

I loved them all.

It made me so sad for Mattie and her circumstances at times. At others I was so happy for her and especially when Royal gave her butterflies.

Can't wait to find other works by this author.