Known for moving first-person novels of Nannerl Mozart, Jane Austen, and Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Nancy Moser now brings to life the loves and trials of the first First Lady of the United States. When a dapper, young George Washington comes into her life, Martha Custis is a young widow with two young children. Their love and loyalty toward each other—and the new nation they fight for, lasts a … a lifetime and is an inspiration even now, after 250 years. Washington’s Lady was a Christy Awards finalist.
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Love historical characters
I have read a number of her books. She has an ability to tell a story from a woman’s point of view which is unique.
It was written as if by Lady Washington. Learned things that I hadn’t heard before. She was one tough and caring woman.
good book
I am observing George and Martha Washington as much younger parents. I have always thought of them as marrying as older people. This has created a completely different image of this incredible man and his young wife trying to raise two young children, both with issues.
Would like more historical books.
Good book about George & Martha Washington.
This was a thought provoking story. I had never given Martha Washington much consideration, nor had I gone beyond the basic knowledge of the revolutionary war. This story, seeped in history, brought both the lady and her times to life. What an incredible sacrifice the Washingtons gave to this nation!
O enjoy the first person naritive and learned a lot about the founding of America
Great insight into our first Lady Washington and her “old man.”
Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, full of history and quite entertaining at the same time. Living in the area where Martha lived only made it more real to me.
I loved it! It took a little to get used to the writing style, but it was easy to read. I have to confess that my knowledge of all the struggles of that time was limitted. I learned and have new respect for all of the founders, and especially the Washingtons — both George and Martha!
I had always thought that after the declaration of independence, we became a free nation. It was 8 years later before the war ended. I loved how the author used facts to write this novel. Both George and Martha sacrificed for our country. The love they shared was so touching.
I learned things I didn’t know about her children and her first marriage. It was such a drain in those days to have uninvited guests who would often linger as if you were running an inn.
This is a really great book describing the trials of the “woman behind the man.” Even if you didn’t appreciate that the book was about Washington, you would find the story compelling. Very well written.
I enjoy history and until reading this book, I knew nothing of Martha Washington., I enjoy reading about history, especially our history, and enjoyed reading and learning about our first President and his wife, Martha.
Very good
I enjoyed reading the book and discovering the relationship between Martha and her husband.
Enjoyed the characters and story line and learned so much about specific reasons why we broke away from our home country after being a colony for 150 years. Have a much better appreciation on how and why our country was formed.
A great way to learn about history thru the eyes of a woman. Martha Washington has definitely earned more respect from me!