Drawn by the Current
- Fiction
- Publisher: Bethany House (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2022
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Publisher's Description
2022 Christy Award WinnerLives depend on the truth she uncovers. She can't give up her search. A birthday excursion turns deadly when the SS Eastland capsizes with Olive Pierce and her best friend on board. Hundreds perish during the accident, and it's only when Olive herself barely escapes that she discovers her friend is among the victims. In the aftermath of the tragedy, Olive returns to her work at a Chicago insurance agency and is immersed in the countless investigations related to the accident. But with so many missing, there are few open-and-shut cases, and she tries to balance her grief with the hard work of finding the truth. While someone sabotages her progress, Olive accepts the help of newspaper photographer Erik Magnussen. As they unravel secrets, the truths they discover impact those closest to Olive. How long will the disaster haunt her--and how can she help the others find the peace they deserve?"An incredible story of sacrifice, protection, and redemption, Drawn by the Current is another breath-taking, page-turning winner by one of my all-time favorite authors!"--KIMBERLEY WOODHOUSE, bestselling and award-winning author of A Deep Divide and Forever Hidden"Captivating! Drawn by the Current explores the human depths of tragedy, loss, and what it means to survive. . . . Jocelyn Green's latest novel in her Windy City Saga triumphs!"--KATE BRESLIN, bestselling author of As Dawn Breaks"Once again, Jocelyn Green takes us on a historical adventure worth neglecting dinner and sleep for. Readers will sink into this story and drown in the pages of Jocelyn Green's epic story-telling talent!"--JAIME JO WRIGHT, multiple award-winning author of The House on Foster Hill and On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor"Drawn by the Current leads readers on an engaging journey of intrigue and romance, perfectly blended with a splash of Chicago history from the early 1900s."--TED WACHHOLZ, Executive Director and Chief Historian, Eastland Disaster Historical Society
Endorsements (9)
“A powerful and compelling novel about one family’s dramatic resurrection after the devastation of the Chicago fire.”
“History breathes new life in Jocelyn Green’s latest—a masterwork of immersive storytelling set against the backdrop of the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair. Shadows of the White City is a dazzling spectacle—worthy of the grand exhibition itself!”
“Venture into all the magic, intrigue, romance, and even danger of the Chicago World’s Fair. Shadows of the White City is a delightful—though at times heartrending—read written by one of my favorite authors, the talented Jocelyn Green.”
“In Veiled in Smoke, Green frames a story of loss and redemption with sensory details, a nuanced historical backdrop, and an intelligent eye for flawed and utterly engaging characters. A thoroughly enriching and thoughtful reading experience by an absolute master of inspirational fiction.”
“Captivating! Drawn by the Current explores the human depths of tragedy, loss, and what it means to survive. How the appearance of calm waters in those we love often masks hidden sorrows churning beneath. Beautifully written and rippling with secrets, Jocelyn Green’s latest novel in her WINDY CITY SAGA triumphs! Kate Breslin, best-selling author of As Dawn Breaks Once again, Jocelyn Green takes us on a historical adventure worth neglecting dinner and sleep for. Readers will sink into this story and drown in the pages of Jocelyn Green’s epic story-telling talent! A+++ and throw in another + for good measure! Jaime Jo Wright, multiple award-winning author of The House on Foster Hill and On the Cliffs of Foxglove Manor Drawn by the Current leads readers on an engaging journey of intrigue and romance, perfectly blended with a splash of Chicago history from the early 1900s. Jocelyn’s fictional work successfully crosses over to be equally enjoyable—and consequential—to readers of the several non-fiction narratives previously published about the Eastland Disaster. Ted Wachholz, Executive Director and Chief Historian, Eastland Disaster Historical Society An incredible story of sacrifice, protection, and redemption, Drawn by the Current is another breathtaking, page-turning winner by one of my all-time favorite authors, Jocelyn Green. Olive’s tale is at the top of my list of best reads this year! Kimberley Woodhouse, bestselling and award-winning author of A Deep Divide and Forever Hidden Praise for the WINDY CITY SAGA “Historical romance fans will devour this newest novel from beloved author Jocelyn Green. An evocative tale about surrendered dreams and life’s unexpected bends in the road, Shadows of the White City satisfies in every way!”
“Captivating! Drawn by the Current explores the human depths of tragedy, loss, and what it means to survive. How the appearance of calm waters in those we love often masks hidden sorrows churning beneath. Beautifully written and rippling with secrets, Jocelyn Green’s latest novel in her WINDY CITY SAGA triumphs!”
“Once again, Jocelyn Green takes us on a historical adventure worth neglecting dinner and sleep for. Readers will sink into this story and drown in the pages of Jocelyn Green’s epic story-telling talent! A+++ and throw in another + for good measure!”
“Drawn by the Current leads readers on an engaging journey of intrigue and romance, perfectly blended with a splash of Chicago history from the early 1900s. Jocelyn’s fictional work successfully crosses over to be equally enjoyable—and consequential—to readers of the several non-fiction narratives previously published about the Eastland Disaster.”
“An incredible story of sacrifice, protection, and redemption, Drawn by the Current is another breathtaking, page-turning winner by one of my all-time favorite authors, Jocelyn Green. Olive’s tale is at the top of my list of best reads this year!”
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