Isobel's Song

One woman. One song. One revolution that changed everything.

In the turbulent years of the Texas Revolution, young Isobel MacDonald hears a melody no one else can—the haunting tune of a divine Fiddler calling her toward courage, mercy, and a destiny she cannot yet see. From the hills of Tennessee to the war-torn plains of Texas, her journey intertwines with heroes and outcasts, soldiers and saints. When faith is tested and blood is spilled, Isobel learns that freedom’s song demands more than bravery—it demands grace.

Rich with history and spiritual depth, Isobel’s Song reveals how God’s unseen hand weaves redemption through war and loss, guiding one woman to discover that the faintest tune of hope can endure beyond the bitter heartbreak of Goliad and the Alamo.

©2025 Daryl G. Lott (P)2025 Daryl G. Lott

History Come Alive

I loved the tac the story takes to tell a story behind a well-known event. I cared about the characters and their stake in the outcome, admired their loyalty, and waited through smoke and blood, and muck with them. getting to know some little known facts was side dressing to the main story told through the eyes of Isobel. If you’re a fan of historical, Texas, or simply well woven tales, this one is for you. The narrator switched between various characters and dialects seamlessly. Highly recommend listening.

EVERY TEXAN SHOULD READ THIS

My family has lived in Texas since shortly after the Civil War ended. I can remember stories they told about living in Texas about 30 years after the time period this book portrays. The hardships they endured were very real and the characters in the book make it clear that the family stories were true.