Author: elisehooper

As the 1936 Berlin Olympics approach and the US teeters on the brink of war, athletes Betty, Louise, and Helen fight for a chance to compete for their country. This new release is “a gold medal read” (Kate Quinn) that’s “rich with historical detail and brilliant storytelling” (New York Times bestselling author Tara Conklin).

This “fascinating” novel (Library Journal) explores the life of legendary photographer Dorothea Lange against the background of the Great Depression, World War II, and beyond. “Hooper excels at humanizing giants… seamlessly weaving together the time, places, and people in Lange’s life” (The Washington Post).

“Irresistible” (People): When Louisa May Alcott publishes Little Women, her sister May — the inspiration for Amy March — sets out to find her own identity. Fans of the classic novel will be enthralled by this “lively, entertaining read” (Kirkus Reviews) based on a real person.