Books matching: late 19th century mining town
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Save:A memorable, emotional Western romance featuring an utterly unique heroine - perfect for readers who crave a mix of heart, hardship, and hope. Worth checking out if you want something different from your usual historicals!
'Silver Lining' by Maggie Osborne is an early American historical romance that follows the story of Max McCord and 'Low Down' Louise. Low Down nurses a town of men during a pox epidemic, and in return, they grant her wish for a baby. However, Max ends up drawing the unlucky marble and has to marry her, leading to a tumultuous relationship filled with angst and unexpected twists. The book is praised for its strong female protagonist, engaging plot, and a mix of humor and heartbreak.
Blushing furiously, Low Down scowled at the men saluting her and waving tin mugs of beer that Olaf had brewed for the occasion. As she'd never before been a guest of honor or been cheered, she didn't...January 2000•352 pages - #2
Save:In the late 1880s in a small mining community in Colorado, Gracy Brookens, the only midwife for miles around, is accused of murdering a newborn. The town becomes divided on her guilt or innocence, with whispers following her everywhere she goes. Gracy, with her husband Daniel and son Jeff, must navigate the secrets surrounding them to prove her innocence. Sandra Dallas expertly weaves a tale of mystery and intrigue, set against the backdrop of a hardscrabble life in the mountains, with vivid descriptions of the era's beauty, colors, and hardships.
Dawn broke across the Tenmile Range in fiery slashes of red—flaming streaks the color of blood. Sunrise was always violent in the high country. There were no pink-edged clouds or pale patches of laven...September 2015•373 pages
