the frozen river

Sarah Abare

“My favorite book that I’ve read this year, and there was some strong competition. I love historical fiction and when it’s nearly entirely a true story, that’s even better. This book had me rapt.”

anna

“I never go for period books. This one is feminist-forward and based on a true story.”

Tatunka

“Historical fiction that doesn’t feel like homework. Murder, mystery, injustice, and a woman you can’t help but root for. I tore through it—and then went down a rabbit hole learning about the real Martha Ballard afterward.”