Book Discussion: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon

Patron Pick! In 1789 Maine, midwife Martha Ballard is pressed into service when a body is trapped beneath river ice, thrusting her into a dangerous investigation of murder and scandal. Rich in period detail and moral complexity, the novel invites us to listen to a woman’s voice in a world determined to silence it. Need a copy of the book? We have regular print copies available to borrow. Register to receive further details. Browse the collection for other formats.

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