My books are set in tumultuous times, allowing the exploration of whether there are inherent traits in human beings that push us to repeat history.
Back in Time
A Modern Woman’s Journey in Medieval England
Perfect for fans of time-travel fiction, historical romance, and thought-provoking drama.
Set in 1189 York, England, the story follows Adrian Mendelson, a woman from the future who must conceal her Jewish heritage after being unexpectedly transported back in time. She is initially challenged just to survive. Then she is challenged to find happiness in this time period. To avoid imprisonment for stealing food, she agrees to work for Elias Smith, a widower and blacksmith, as an unpaid servant. She struggles with knowing an horrific event is coming to York shortly that she cannot stop. As her relationship with Elias deepens, Adrian’s fabricated past creates emotional barriers between them. Using her knowledge of the future, she introduces advanced inventions made from iron to help Elias gain recognition. This leads to a royal commission to create swords for the Third Crusade that rival Damascus steel. Adrian knows it has taken scientists centuries to unravel the secrets of Damascus steel. As such, she does not want to take on the task, which causes tension between her and Elias. Their story explores themes of oppression, the impact of individual actions on history, and parallels to contemporary political issues.
Glory, Gold, and Greed
and the Less Discussed Reasons for the American Revolution
This is the fictional story of Alicia Randolph’s hunt for treasure her ancestor, Captain Robert Randolph, buried in Bermuda during the American Revolution. All Alicia knew was that her ancestor transported cargo for a living, was a patriot, and fought in the Revolutionary War. But the story that he was a smuggler, who hid treasure during the war, lingered for centuries. Alicia begins to research her ancestor for an independent study she is doing at school. After re-examining letters from the past, Alicia and her friend Jayden, have a break through regarding where Captain Randolph hid the treasure. In researching where the treasure might be buried, they learn about Captain Randolph’s life and his views on the Revolutionary War. This exploration reveals many of the forces that have shaped our country and led to the current sharp political polarization.
Told in dual timelines—present-day Bermuda and the eve of the American Revolution—this gripping novel blends romance, suspense, and historical intrigue. Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, Beatriz Williams, and National Treasure.
Fighting for Crumbs:
The Advent of a 20th Century Activist
The fictional story of Sarah Mathews’ transition from farm girl to activist, tells how working people increased their political power. They obtained a safety net, improved working conditions, and got the right for women to vote. The fight was long and hard.