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In her extraordinary novels Into the Wilderness and Dawn on a Distant Shore, awardwinning writer Sara Donati deftly captured the vast, untamed wilderness of lateeighteenthcentury New York and the trials and triumphs of the Bonner family. Now Donati takes on a new and often overlooked chapter in our nations pastand in the life of the spirited Bonnersas their oldest daughter, the brave and beautiful Hannah, comes of age with a challenge that will change her forever. Masterfully told, this passionate story is a moving tribute to a resilient, adventurous family and a people poised at the brink of a new century.It is the spring of 1802, and the village of Paradise is still reeling from the typhoid epidemic of the previous summer. Elizabeth and Nathaniel Bonner have lost their twoyearold son, Hannahs half brother Robbie, but they struggle on as always: the men in the forests, the twins Lily and Daniel in Elizabeths school, and Hannah as a doctor in training, apprenticed to Richard Todd. Hannah is descended from healers on both sidesone Scots grandmother and one Mohawkand her reputation as a skilled healer in her own right is growing.After a long night spent attending to a birth, Elizabeth and Hannah encounter an escaped slave hiding on the mountain. She calls herself Selah Voyager, and she is looking for Curiosity Freemana former slave herself, one of the villages wisest women and Elizabeths closest friend. The Bonners take Selah, desperately ill, to Lake in the Clouds to care for her, and with that simple act they are drawn into the secret life that Curiosity and Galileo Freeman and their grown children have been leading for almost ten years. The Bonners will do what they must to protect the Freemans, just as Hannah will protect her patient, who presents more than one kind of challenge. For a bounty hunter is afootHannahs childhood friend and first love, Liam Kirby.While Elizabeth and Nathaniel undertake a treacherous journey through the endless forests to bring Selah to safety in the north, Hannah embarks on a very different journey to NewYork City, with two goals: to learn the secrets of vaccination against smallpox, a disease that threatens Paradise, and to find out what she can about Liams immediate past and what caused him to change so drastically from the boy she once loved. The obstacles she faces as a woman and a Mohawk make her confront questions long avoided about her place in the world.Those questions follow her back to Paradise, where she finds that the medical miracle she brings with her will not cure prejudice or superstition, nor can it solve the problem of slavery. No sooner have the Bonners begun to rebound from their lossesold and newthan they find themselves confronted by more than one old enemy in a battle that will test the strength of their love for one another. Hannah faces the decision she has always dreaded: will she make a life for herself in a white world, or among her mothers people?
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- Q: How many pages does 'Lake in the Clouds' have? A: This book has six hundred eighty pages. It offers an in-depth exploration of the Bonner family's journey in early America.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: The book is available in hardcover. This makes it durable and suitable for long-term reading.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: The author is Sara Donati. She is known for her captivating storytelling in historical fiction.
- Q: What genre does 'Lake in the Clouds' belong to? A: The genre is historical fiction. It explores themes of family, resilience, and societal challenges in the early nineteenth century.
- Q: What is the size of 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: The dimensions of the book are six point thirty-eight inches in length, one point fifty-nine inches in width, and nine point forty-nine inches in height.
- Q: Is 'Lake in the Clouds' suitable for young readers? A: The book is intended for adult audiences. It contains mature themes related to family struggles and societal issues.
- Q: How do I read 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: You can read the book by purchasing it or borrowing it from a library. It is a captivating story that requires focused reading.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: The book explores themes of resilience, adventure, and the complexities of identity. It addresses issues of race and gender in historical contexts.
- Q: Can I gift 'Lake in the Clouds' to a friend? A: Yes, it makes a great gift. Fans of historical fiction and family sagas will appreciate its insights and storytelling.
- Q: How should I store 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place. Keep it upright on a bookshelf to maintain its condition.
- Q: Is it okay to highlight or write in 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: Yes, but it is recommended to use pencil for notes. This allows for reversibility without damaging the text.
- Q: What if 'Lake in the Clouds' arrives damaged? A: Contact customer service for a return or replacement. Most retailers have policies to address damaged or defective items.
- Q: How do I clean 'Lake in the Clouds' if it gets dirty? A: Wipe the cover gently with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid using any cleaners that may damage the book.
- Q: Is there a sequel to 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: Yes, Sara Donati has written other novels in the same series. Check for titles that continue the Bonner family's story.
- Q: Where can I buy 'Lake in the Clouds'? A: You can purchase the book at major bookstores or online retailers. It is widely available in both physical and digital formats.