28 Jun Unraveling Boundaries: A Journey Through ‘The Frozen River’

A Journey Through Time: My Thoughts on The Frozen River As a lover of historical fiction, I often find myself captivated by the stories of everyday heroes whose lives whisper profound truths about human resilience and the fight for justice. The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon instantly piqued my interest, not just because it centers on Martha Ballard, a remarkable midwife from the 18th century, but because it explores themes that still resonate today—injustice, women's rights, and the quest for truth. Early on, the premise of Martha’s quest to...