The Frontiersman’s Daughter is set in Kentucky in 1777. Drawing upon historical events, Frantz has woven a fascinating tale of Lael Click, who is the daughter of a celebrated frontiersman.
The Frontiersman’s Daughter is historical writing at its best. The details of backwoods life fill the story with authenticity. The characters are created with originality--there are no stereotypes in this book. The reader will be drawn into the daily drama of survival in a time when settlers had nothing but their own resources upon which to rely.
The story begins with Lael as a thirteen-year-old, and follows her life into young womanhood. How she triumphs over the trials of her family issues, Indian threat, and romantic entanglements forms the basis of the story, yet it’s so much more. I'm avoiding saying much about plot specifics because I don't want to spoil any of the events in this engrossing novel.
I loved this book and recommend it highly. If you haven't read Laura Frantz's books yet, make it a New Year’s resolution to do so! I’ll be reviewing Courting Morrow Little, her next story about early Kentucky, soon.
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Ann, It's such a blessing to have you as a fellow Revell author! Thanks so much for spotlighting my books. I love that we are mutual readers as your books are on my shelf! And thanks so much for introducing me to Enid. Somerset is more special to me now knowing your family has roots there. Bless you abundantly!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Laura! Enid is a joy to know. We spent time together last spring researching our family.
ReplyDeleteMy husband and I were in Somerset doing research in '97. Beautiful area!