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Hope River

This series delves into the harsh realities of life in isolated communities during the early 20th century, where poverty and societal prejudice shape daily existence. It follows resilient female protagonists who navigate immense challenges, finding strength in courage, compassion, and healing. The narratives are woven with themes of unlikely alliances, the power of community, and the struggle for survival against oppression.

The Midwife of Hope River
The Reluctant Midwife
Once a Midwife

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  1. 1

    Call The Midwife meets The Help in this debut novel featuring Patience Murphy, a midwife in the 1930s struggling against disease, poverty, prejudices - and her own haunting past - to bring new life into the world.

    The Midwife of Hope River
  2. 2

    The Reluctant Midwife

    • 409 pages
    • 15 hours of reading
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    The USA Today bestselling author of The Midwife of Hope River returns with a heartfelt sequel, a novel teeming with life and full of humor and warmth, one that celebrates the human spirit. The Great Depression has hit West Virginia hard.

    The Reluctant Midwife
  3. 3

    Welcome back to Hope River in USA Today bestselling author Patricia Harman's newest novel as midwife Patience Hester, along with her family and friends, face the challenges of the home front during World War II. The women of Hope River trust midwife Patience Hester, whose skill in delivering babies is known for miles around.

    Once a Midwife