The frozen river by ariel lawhon is a historical fiction novel set in 1789 maine, following martha ballard, a midwife, healer, and sharp observer of human nature. When a man accused of rape turns up dead, an early american town seeks justice amid rumors and controversy A murder and a rape.
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The year is 1789, and a new england midwife is called to investigate a dead man pulled from the ice
Npr's scott simon talks with ariel lawhon about her novel, the frozen river.
The frozen river, written by ariel lawhon, takes readers on a chilling journey through a murder mystery rooted in history, wrapped in courtroom drama, and driven by a woman whose voice history nearly forgot. The frozen river is a thrilling, tense, and tender story of a remarkable woman who had the courage to take a stand, and in the process wrote herself into american history. The frozen river by ariel lawhon is a compelling narrative that explores themes of justice, resilience, and the power of truth Set against the harsh backdrop of a maine winter, the story delves into the complexities of a community grappling with scandal and corruption.
This novel has been everywhere since publishing in november 2024.
