the midwife of hope river by patricia harman

This novel will live in my heart for years toĬome.” - Amy Hill Hearth, New York Times bestselling author I cried, but most of all I was deeply impressed by the artistry of the midwifeĪnd her central role in women’s lives prior to the advent of commercialized, Highly recommend this to someone who thinks they would be interested in a book with this focus (namely, Amy).' Of course, in some ways I feel I already have! Great historical fiction, as she did a depicted the setting, the time period, and the tensions of that decade. Would have enjoyed meeting and getting to know some of these fictional characters. Then throughout, there was an interesting, engaging plot with the midwife as the central figure. 'Beautiful descriptions of birthing in a rural, mountainous area of West Virginia - the fears, excitement, anxiety, and miracles of bringing new life into the world when giving birth at home, attended by a midwife, and little access to medical care. Patience Murphy, a midwife struggling against disease, poverty, and prejudice-and her own haunting past-is a strong and endearing character that fans of the books of Ami McKay and Diane Chamberlain will take into their hearts, as she courageously attempts to bring new light, and life, into an otherwise cruel world. In The Midwife of Hope River, first-time novelist Patricia Harmon transports us to poverty stricken Appalachia during the Great Depression years of the 1930s and introduces us to a truly unforgettable heroine. A remarkable new voice in American fiction enchants readers with a moving and uplifting novel that celebrates the miracle of life.

The midwife of hope river by patricia harman