Magnolia Blossom

By: Joanne Fisher

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Valdosta, Georgia – 1863. While America is ravaged by the chaos of the Civil War, Magnolia Mae (or Maggie, as she is lovingly called) suddenly becomes a young widow and inherits her parents’ plantation. Surrounded by scheming neighbors, connivingly jealous southern belles, and unscrupulous slaveowners; Maggie Mae is a sparkling diamond in the mire of prejudice and hatred. She repays with love, kindness, and compassion. A staunch abolitionist, she treats her slaves with dignity and respect, ignoring the centuries-old tradition of oppression and bondage. When a handsome young Yankee named Wesley appears, he tosses her into a tumultuous sea of passion, delight, anxiety, and unshakable defiance of the ways of the South. Find out what happens when a forbidden love challenges the evils of slavery and bigotry. This riveting page-turner takes you to a land devastated by war where a forbidden love blossoms.

Very authentic!

This novel was written in the most authentic way by keeping the language exactly how it was during the Civil War. Even the battles were narrated as if the narrator was right there. I didn't like the treatment of women and African Americans back then but makes me realize how far we've come. This novel should be read in high school. Waiting for the next historical fiction by this author.