The Lake on Fire

The Lake on Fire follows the journey of Jewish immigrants Chaya and her brother Asher as they leave a struggling Wisconsin farm for Chicago during the Gilded Age. Amidst the city's glitter and disillusionment, they navigate hardships and seek new paths, exploring themes of family, love, and social change. Marking a return for acclaimed author Rosellen Brown, this narrative offers a powerful reflection on hope and resilience in a tumultuous era.