Glovemaker

The critically acclaimed author of "The Personal History of Rachel DuPree" returns with "The Glovemaker," a historical novel set in 1888 Utah Territory. When a desperate stranger arrives on Deborah Tyler's doorstep, she must decide whether to help him, risking her life and changing her future forever.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 304 pages
\n Publication date: 23 January 2020
\n Publisher: Pan Macmillan
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From the acclaimed author of "The Personal History of Rachel DuPree," Ann Weisgarber, comes a captivating historical novel that will enthrall fans of "Cold Mountain." Set in the winter of 1888, in the Utah Territory, "The Glovemaker" introduces us to Deborah Tyler, a skilled glovemaker awaiting the return of her husband. However, her peaceful life is disrupted when a desperate stranger arrives at her doorstep, seeking her help.

Everything about this man sets off alarm bells in Deborah's mind. She suspects he is a fugitive from the law, and the pursuing deputies are not far behind. Refusing to turn him away on this freezing January night could put his life in danger.

With her husband's absence growing more palpable by the minute, Deborah is faced with a daunting decision. She must choose a path that will forever alter her life.

In "The Glovemaker," Weisgarber has once again crafted a heroine of extraordinary grace and courage in a challenging, sometimes violent, but ultimately sublime landscape. Kathleen Kent, the author of "The Heretic's Daughter," praises Weisgarber's ability to create a protagonist who is both relatable and inspiring.

"The Glovemaker" is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, with its vivid portrayal of a bygone era and its intricate exploration of human emotions and motivations. Prepare to be transported to a time when bravery and resilience were the keys to survival, and where the decisions we make can shape our destinies in ways we never could have imagined.

\n Weight: 220g\n
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780230745780\n \n