Abandoned
Abandoned by Joanne Hardy is a historical fiction novel published by AquaZebra in 2023. This 384-page book is written in English and explores the complexities of family relationships against the backdrop of the 20th century, particularly in the post-World War II era. The narrative follows Will Fletcher, a young lawyer who is determined to uncover the truth about his father’s fate during the Civil War after receiving a telegram from the War Department regarding an orphan in Mississippi.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes woven throughout the story, including betrayal, ambition, and social reform. As Will embarks on his quest to determine if Vachel Fletcher is indeed his father, the novel delves into the emotional struggles of Violet Fletcher Austin, who faced abandonment, and Addie Rose, Will’s wife, who advocates for women’s voices. Abandoned presents a vivid portrayal of a time when societal norms were challenged, and personal histories were fraught with complexity, ultimately highlighting the enduring power of love amidst turmoil.
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Will Fletcher doesn’t believe his father died in the Civil War. When his mother receives a telegram from the War Department seeking clarification about an orphan living in Corinth, Mississippi, whose father was a Vachel Fletcher, Will, now a young lawyer, sees this as evidence his father did survive the War. With dogged determination, fueled by long-held resentment, Will sets out on a quest.But is this Vachel Fletcher his father?Abandoned draws back the curtain on the romance of the days when railroads were new, when the country convulsed in war against itself and suffragettes left Victorian decorum aghast at their demands. Violet Fletcher Austin lost the love of her life when her husband abandoned her and her son. Will Fletcher, the ambitious son, feels the heartache of being deserted and is determined to be more than the father who left him. Addie Rose, Will’s wife, believes the time has come for the world to hear the voices of women. Abandoned is a story of betrayal, false identities, vindictiveness, ambition, war, and social reform but above all – love.
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