A Sparrow Alone By Mim Eichmann
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Today I'm part of a virtual book tour organised by The Write Reads for A Sparrow Alone By Mim Eichmann. The tour for ‘Sparrow Alone’ will run from December 28th to January 8th.
Genre: Historical
Page count: 312
1890's Colorado. Desperate following her mother's sudden death, thirteen-year-old Hannah Owens apprentices as domestic help with a wealthy doctor's family in Colorado Springs. When the doctor declares bankruptcy and abandons his family to finance his mistress Pearl DeVere's brothel, however, Hannah is thrown into a vortex of gold mining bonanzas and busts, rampant prostitution, and the economic, political and cultural upheavals of the era. Two of Cripple Creek's most colorful historic characters, Winfield Scott Stratton, eccentric owner of the richest gold mine in Cripple Creek, and Pearl DeVere, the beautiful madam of The Old Homestead, come to life as this old-fashioned, coming-of-age saga unfolds, the first of two historical fiction novels by debut author Mim Eichmann -- a tribute to the women who set the stage for women's rights.
Author Bio (from http://www.mimeichmann.com/ )
Mim Eichmann has found that her creative journey has taken her down many exciting, interwoven pathways. For well over two decades she was known primarily in the Chicago area as the artistic director and choreographer of Midwest Ballet Theatre and director of its home, Midwest Ballet Academy, bringing full-length professional ballet performances to thousands of dance lovers every year and was the recipient of many arts’ programming grants.
A desire to become involved again in the folk music world brought about the creation of her acoustic quartet Trillium, now in its 15th year, a folk band well known for its eclectic repertoire performing throughout the Midwest that has also released four cds. She’s also written the lyrics and music for two award-winning original children’s cds, “Why Do Ducks Have Webby Toes?” and “Wander Down Beyond the Rainbow” and occasionally schedules concerts of her children’s music and movement programs.
Always captivated by the writings, diaries and journals of late 19th century women, as well as that era’s economic, social and political upheavals, Ms. Eichmann has now put pen to paper and the historical fiction novel she has been passionately researching, its rich synopsis gradually evolving over many years, has finally become a reality. We hope you’ll enjoy “A Sparrow Alone” and its sequel, “Muskrat Ramble.”
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14 comments
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ReplyDeleteI got sent a review copy that I'm looking forward to jumping into.
DeleteReally intrigued on this book
ReplyDeleteIt caught my interest too and when I got offered the chance to be part of the book tour and have a review copy I jumped at the chance. Can't wait to read it.
DeleteOooh, intriguing!
ReplyDeleteI know, right? I'm finding historical fiction very appealing at the moment. Can't wait to read it.
Deleteoh, i know i want to read this one..
ReplyDeleteThe book has been getting some great reviews. I have a review copy on my TBR list.
DeleteNot really my kind of book, but I'm sure by the sound of it lots will love it.
ReplyDeleteIt's been getting some good reviews. Seems to be quite a popular read.
DeleteNice - this one is going on my wishlist.
ReplyDeleteGreat! I have a review copy I'm looking forward to jumping into.
DeleteThis one wasn't even a blip on my radar! Thanks so much for sharing it :)
ReplyDeleteI found out about it from The Write Reads group. Hadn't heard of it before then. Looking forward to reading it now though.
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