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Satucket Series

Step into the harsh, patriarchal world of colonial New England, where this series masterfully weaves tales of female strength and societal judgment. It explores the lives of women navigating their roles and relationships within a challenging environment, delving into personal struggles, community dynamics, and the legacies of the past. These narratives offer poignant reflections on resilience and identity, echoing the emotional depth of classic historical fiction.

The Widow's War
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  1. 1

    The Widow's War

    • 336 pages
    • 12 hours of reading
    4.0(5274)Add rating

    Set in a colonial New England whaling village, this historical novel intertwines themes of female strength and societal judgment. It explores the lives of women navigating their roles and relationships in a harsh, patriarchal environment, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in The Red Tent and the moral complexities of The Scarlet Letter. The narrative delves into personal struggles, community dynamics, and the haunting legacies of the past, offering a poignant reflection on resilience and identity.

    The Widow's War
  2. 2

    Bound

    • 336 pages
    • 12 hours of reading
    3.7(92)Add rating

    Set in colonial Cape Cod, this novel follows an indentured servant grappling with the constraints of law and societal expectations, as well as her own emotional struggles. The story delves into themes of freedom, love, and the complexities of servitude, highlighting the protagonist's journey toward self-discovery and autonomy amidst the challenges of her time.

    Bound