The Lumber Baron's Wife

In this captivating dual-timeline novel by bestselling author Lynn Austin, the mysterious disappearance of Kate Abernathy, the young wife of a lumber baron in 1873 Michigan, unravels through the eyes of two women from different eras. After moving to a historic home, present-day Ashley Gilbert becomes intrigued by Kate's unsolved mystery while restoring the property, unknowingly connecting her own struggles to those of Hannah Wagner, Kate’s friend, who faced her own challenges in the harsh wilderness. With themes of marriage, grief, and the strength of female friendships, this rich tale invites readers to reflect on the past and its enduring impact on the present.