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Linda Ulleseit, the Author of “INNOCENTS AT HOME” has written an intriguing and captivating Historical Novel. The genres for this well-written and well researched novel are Women’s Friendship Fiction, Women’s Historical Fiction and Historical Fiction. The timeline for this story starts approximately in 1867 after a five month voyage to the Holy Land. Mark Twain, the author writes about this voyage, and one of the female protagonists adores him, and the other female protagonist despises him. The two women, Emma Beach and Nina Larrowe form a lifelong friendship after this journey. The author vividly describes the scenery, the historical timeline, and the dramatic and colorful characters. This unique novel is based on the true lives of real characters.
Linda Ulleseit takes the reader on a journey to see how both women navigate the difficulties in their lives as their search for their own happiness. Emma is very artistic and Nina is very articulate, and their family dynamics, successes and aspirations are discussed. Neither of the women have their own children, yet show courage, creativity and inspiration in their lives. I highly recommend this memorable novel.
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