Mustard Seed

Set in 1868 Ohio and Virginia, this compelling novel follows three women—Lisbeth Johnson, her nurse Mattie, and Jordan Freedman—as they navigate the complexities of family, race, and loyalty in the aftermath of the Civil War. As they return to their childhood homes, each woman confronts her past and seeks ways to reconcile, liberate, and redefine her future. Through their intertwined journeys, the story explores themes of injustice, reconciliation, and the pursuit of freedom.