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Sister Lumberjack - by  Candace Simar (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Sister Lumberjack - by Candace Simar (Paperback)

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  • In the harsh Minnesota wilderness, three lives intertwine, forging unexpected bonds of friendship and resilience.
  • About the Author: Candace Simar likes to imagine what life might have been like for her Scandinavian ancestors who settled in Minnesota and North Dakota.
  • 448 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Women

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In the harsh Minnesota wilderness, three lives intertwine, forging unexpected bonds of friendship and resilience. Widow Solveig Rognaldson faces losing her farm after her son moves away. Nels Jensen, swindled and blacklisted, seeks work in the dangerous logging camps. Sister Magdalena, a spirited nun, travels to the camps to sell hospital tickets, offering solace and care.

At Starkweather Timber, a remote and unforgiving logging camp, their paths collide. Solveig, Nels, and Sister Magdalena find themselves navigating hardship, prejudice, and the raw beauty of the North. As they confront their individual challenges, they discover strength in their shared humanity and forge a unique friendship that defies expectations.

For readers who enjoy historical fiction with strong female characters, Sister Lumberjack is a heartwarming tale of perseverance, community, and finding purpose in the most unexpected places. Will Solveig save her farm? Can Nels redeem himself? And will Sister Magdalena find her calling amidst the chaos of the logging camps? Find out in this gripping story of hope and resilience.



About the Author



Candace Simar likes to imagine what life might have been like for her Scandinavian ancestors who settled in Minnesota and North Dakota. History comes alive on the pages of her historical novels. Candace has received awards from the Western Writers of America, Will Rogers Medallions, Western Fictioneers, Midwest Book Awards, and Women Writing the West. Learn more about Candace at www.candacesimar.com
Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.0 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.3 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 448
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Women
Publisher: North Star Press of St. Cloud
Format: Paperback
Author: Candace Simar
Language: English
Street Date: April 16, 2024
TCIN: 1009381119
UPC: 9781682011508
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-6293
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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