Not Just a Homemaker

<p>Read this if you like your dual-timeline historical fiction with a strong sense of place and an everywoman's zeal.</p><p><br></p><p>At the end of her remarkable life of ninety-three years spanning a world war and three continents Sheila MacGregor Beals donates her beautiful forested property to create a nature preserve.</p><p>In the year before the park opens Meg a resourceful librarian who has moved to Indiana to escape an abusive husband is renting the farmhouse where Sheila once lived. Almost a century separates them yet each ultimately finds solace in the same woodland retreat where they both resolve to treasure their hard-won independence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How can a single word - <em>homemaker - </em>be the summary of an extraordinary woman's story?</strong></p><p>After Meg finds Sheila's brief 2002 obituary with the sparse summary <em>she was a homemaker</em> she feels indignation that spurs her on with a renewed purpose to discover more about this enigmatic woman. A romantic story on the park's informational sign launches Meg's exploration of the Scottish immigrant's life. Unbeknownst to her the account is erroneous.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Who will question the story of wartime romance on a park sign? Can Meg solve the mystery of Sheila MacGregor?</strong></p><ol><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span>Rigorously researched and skillfully told the story is rich with local history and genealogical allure. </li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span>Ultimately a story of resiliency and the power of friendship.</li><li data-list=bullet><span class=ql-ui contenteditable=false></span>More Than a Homemaker<em></em> is a <span style=color: rgba(15 17 17 1)>debut novel inspired by true events</span> and perfect for fans of Marie Benedict and Kate Morton. </li></ol><p><br></p>