Let Us March On

A Novel

By: Shara Moon

Narrated by: Karen Chilton

Devoted wife, White House maid, reluctant activist…

A stirring novel inspired by the life of an unsung heroine, and real-life crusader, Lizzie McDuffie, who as a maid in FDR’s White House spearheaded the Civil Rights movement of her time.

I’m just a college-educated Southerner with a passion for books. My husband says I’m too bold, too sharp, too unrelenting. Others say I helped spearhead the Civil Rights movement of our time. President Roosevelt says I’m too spunky and spirited for my own good.

Who am I?

I am Elizabeth “Lizzie” McDuffie.

And this is my story…

When Lizzie McDuffie, maid to Eleanor and Franklin D. Roosevelt, boldly proclaimed herself FDR’s “Secretary-On-Colored-People’s-Affairs,” she became more than just a maid—she became the President’s eyes and ears into the Black community. After joining the White House to work alongside her husband, FDR’s personal valet, Lizzie managed to become completely indispensable to the Roosevelt family. Never shy about pointing out injustices, she advocated for the needs and rights of her fellow African Americans when those in the White House blocked access to the President.

Following the life of Lizzie McDuffie throughout her time in the White House as she championed the rights of everyday Americans and provided access to the most powerful man in the country, Let Us March On looks at the unsung and courageous crusader who is finally getting the recognition she so richly deserves.

What 1 person can do to make a difference

Highly recommended. I enjoyed learning about what happens behind the scenes. Well written and narrated.

Very well written; and very educational based on the true story of the Roosevelt years!

The reader was super! Well worth the read. I was born in 1951 and the Civil Rights Movement was ongoing.

Interesting historical fiction

I enjoyed this book. Sad that we are still dealing with man’s inhumanity to man.

Historical Accuracy

I was broken hearted at the treatment of black people by fellow human beings. I was enthralled by the down-to-earth portrayal of a great president. This woman accomplished a lot against many odds and should be celebrated. What can one person do when placed in just the right place at just the right time? It’s an inspiring story of love, grit and courage.

Well written

I throughly enjoyed listening to the story of Lizzie. To learn what she went through and the respect that she earned from FDR, was so interesting! Even though it’s meant to be a story, the fact that the author used Lizzie’s unfinished biography to write this story, just gave so much more depth and understanding of Lizzie’s life in the White House.