Mrs. Lincoln's Sisters

A Novel

By: Jennifer Chiaverini

Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell

“A fascinating glimpse into the women of an influential family on the front lines of some of the most important moments of that indelible time.""—Booklist

The New York Times bestselling author of Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker returns to her most famous heroine, Mary Todd Lincoln, in this compelling story of love, loss, and sisterhood rich with history and suspense.

In May 1875, Elizabeth Todd Edwards reels from news that her younger sister Mary, former First Lady and widow of President Abraham Lincoln, has attempted suicide.

Mary’s shocking act followed legal proceedings arranged by her eldest and only surviving son that declared her legally insane. Although they have long been estranged, Elizabeth knows Mary’s tenuous mental health has deteriorated through decades of trauma and loss. Yet is her suicide attempt truly the impulse of a deranged mind, or the desperate act of a sane woman terrified to be committed to an asylum? And—if her sisters can put past grievances aside—is their love powerful enough to save her?

Maternal Elizabeth, peacemaker Frances, envious Ann, and much adored Emilie had always turned to one another in times of joy and heartache, first as children, and later as young wives and mothers. But when Civil War erupted, the conflict that divided a nation shattered their family. The Todd sisters’s fates were bound to their husbands’ choices as some joined the Lincoln administration, others the Confederate Army.

Now, though discord and tragedy have strained their bonds, Elizabeth knows they must come together as sisters to help Mary in her most desperate hour.

A great story!!

This was a great story to listen to. The narrator really brought it to life.

Very interesting story and great narrator.

Very interesting story and great narrator. Alsi listened to Mrs. Lincoln's dressmaker by the same author because I liked her that much.

Good characterization,

The different views of the character of Mrs. Lincoln provided a very rounded picture of her. The fact that so much history was included in the story. Put things in perspective very well. I enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others.

Historical story that showed an interesting perspective.

Great listen! We enjoyed it on a trip that allowed playing it all the way through.

Love this

I love this series regarding the Lincoln family. It is interesting all the way through and sisters personalities are seemingly well presented though somewhat fictional