The Turning Glass
The Turning Glass by Marcia G Moore, published by Salt Water Media, LLC on June 30, 2019, is a historical fiction work that spans 248 pages. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, the narrative unfolds in New York’s Hudson River Valley, where the tranquility of the land is shattered by the presence of British warships and local militia. The story follows fourteen-year-old Sarah van Tassel as she grapples with her desire for freedom and the pressures imposed by her family and community.
Readers will encounter a tale that intertwines historic events with the personal struggles of its characters. As Sarah navigates her conflicting loyalties, she meets Hulda the Witch, a misunderstood figure in her community. The narrative explores themes of belief, truth, and the complexities of human nature, as Sarah questions the motives of those around her. With elements of action and adventure, this edition invites readers to reflect on the multifaceted nature of truth and the impact of societal expectations during a tumultuous period in American history.
Official synopsis Publisher
Once you start a revolution, you can’t turn back.
As the American Revolution begins, New York’s Hudson River Valley is no longer a land of peace and plenty. British warships patrol the river. Local militia fire upon them. Troops come ashore to loot and burn, and to drag rebels to near-certain death aboard British prison ships.
Fourteen-year-old Sarah van Tassel is fighting for freedom, too. Sarah wants to think and do what she believes to be right, not what her family and friends insist that she must.
Sarah’s resolve is tested when she meets Hulda the Witch, an outcast “healing woman” who lives alone in a haunted hollow. Sarah’s domineering English mother forbids her to see “that unfortunate creature,” and her conniving cousin Rachel bullies her about “the witch.” Sarah isn’t sure which of them is right, or if the truth is another view entirely.
Historic events and real-life characters, including Hulda the Witch, are the inspiration for this story. As the British invade their land, people seek an explanation for their misfortune and find it – in Hulda.
Does Hulda stir evil spells into her herbal remedies? Why was she talking with British soldiers? Is the truth that people, like Sarah’s crystal prism, have many different sides?
For readers of all ages
Publisher
Topics
FAQ
What is “The Turning Glass” about?
Who is the author of “The Turning Glass”?
When was “The Turning Glass” published?
What is the ISBN for “The Turning Glass”?
What are the book details (language, pages, edition)?
