The Colonel`s Lady A Novel by Laura Frantz (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Colonel`s Lady A Novel by Laura Frantz In 1779, a search for her father brings Roxanna to the Kentucky frontier-but she discovers instead a young colonel, a dark secret...and a compelling reason to stay. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In 1779, when genteel Virginia spinster Roxanna Rowan arrives at the Kentucky fort commanded by Colonel Cassius McLinn, she finds that her officer father has died. Penniless and destitute, Roxanna is forced to take her fathers place as scrivener. Before long, its clear that the colonel himself is attracted to her. But she soon realizes the colonel has grave secrets of his own-some of which have to do with her fathers sudden death. Can she ever truly love him? Readers will be enchanted by this powerful story of love, faith, and forgiveness from reader favourite Laura Frantz. Her solid research and deft writing immerse readers in the world of the early frontier while her realistic characters become intimate friends. Back Cover Can love survive the secrets kept buried within a tormented heart? Roxanna Rowan may be a genteel Virginia woman, but she is determined to brave the wilds of the untamed frontier to reach a remote Kentucky fort. Eager to reunite with her father, who serves under Colonel Cassius McLinn, Roxanna is devastated to find that her father has been killed on a campaign.Penniless and out of options, Roxanna is forced to remain at the fort. As she spends more and more time with the fiery Colonel McLinn, the fort is abuzz with intrigue and innuendo. Can Roxanna truly know who the colonel is--and what hes done?Immerse yourself in this powerful story of love, faith, and forgiveness set in the tumultuous world of the frontier in 1779. Praise for Laura Frantzs Writing "Vivid and poetic. . . . Youll disappear into another place and time."--Jane Kirkpatrick, bestselling author of All Together in One Place and A Flickering Light "Laura Frantz portrays the wild beauty of frontier life, along with its dangers and hardships, in vivid detail."--Ann H. Gabhart, author of The Outsider and The Seeker "Frantz writes with an inherent beauty that graces every literary aspect of her story, from exquisite prose and intricate characterization to meticulous historical detail and striking emotional connections. [Her writing] sets the standard in historical faith fiction."-- RelzReviews Laura Frantz credits her grandmother as being the catalyst for her fascination with Kentucky history. Frantzs family followed Daniel Boone into Kentucky in the late eighteenth century and settled in Madison County, where her family still resides. Frantz is the author of The Frontiersmans Daughter and Courting Morrow Little and currently lives in the misty woods of Washington with her husband and two sons. Author Biography Laura Frantz is a lover of history, is the author of The Frontiersmans Daughter, Courting Morrow Little, and The Colonels Lady. Long Description In 1779, when genteel Virginia spinster Roxanna Rowan arrives at the Kentucky fort commanded by Colonel Cassius McLinn, she finds that her officer father has died. Penniless and destitute, Roxanna is forced to take her fathers place as scrivener. Before long, its clear that the colonel himself is attracted to her. But she soon realizes the colonel has grave secrets of his own--some of which have to do with her fathers sudden death. Can she ever truly love him?Readers will be enchanted by this powerful story of love, faith, and forgiveness from reader favorite Laura Frantz. Her solid research and deft writing immerse readers in the world of the early frontier while her realistic characters become intimate friends. Details ISBN080073341X Author Laura Frantz Short Title COLONELS LADY Language English ISBN-10 080073341X ISBN-13 9780800733414 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2011 Imprint Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group Subtitle A Novel Place of Publication Ada, MI Country of Publication United States Illustrations black & white illustrations DEWEY FIC Pages 416 Publication Date 2011-08-01 UK Release Date 2011-08-01 AU Release Date 2011-08-01 NZ Release Date 2011-08-01 US Release Date 2011-08-01 Publisher Baker Publishing Group Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:97315949;

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