Rachel Beanland explores the complexities of human relationships and moral quandaries. Her writing is characterized by a deep insight into character psychology and a meticulously crafted style. She delves into themes of family, loss, and the search for forgiveness amidst adversity. Her literary voice is both nuanced and resonant.
Told from the perspectives of four people whose actions changed the course of history, this masterful work of historical fiction takes readers back to 1811 Richmond, Virginia, where, on the night after Christmas, the city's only theater burned to the ground, tearing apart a community.
A breathtaking meditation on the lengths we go to in order to keep our families together and an uplifting portrayal of how the human spirit can endure--and even thrive--after tragedy.