A Profitable Wife

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Embark on a captivating journey with Kat Christensen’s upcoming novel—a narrative that breathes life into the pages of American history. Set against the expansion of a nation, from the aftermath of the War of 1812 to the era preceding the Civil War, this story ushers you into a world teeming with romance, jealousy, murder, and the unyielding spirit of survival.

 

Meet Easter, a formidable young woman who carves her homestead from the 1830s American Northwest frontier. With the fires of Manifest Destiny as a backdrop, Easter’s tenacity and resilience are tested amidst a young nation’s political turmoil and societal upheavals.

 

This vivid tale transports you back to a time where the foundation stones of the modern United States were laid. Witness iconic historical figures such as Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay, Blackhawk, and many more, through Easter’s eyes—a testament to an era where politics, much like today, were intense and vehement.

 

As Easter navigates through the unrelenting trials of pioneer life, readers are pulled into a world of passion and peril. Easter’s journey from the Mohawk Valley to the American Northwest is one marked by love, betrayal, and the haunting echo of murder.

 

About the author

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Kat Christensen is a historical fiction author who is passionate about good reads. Her roots trace back to the Revolutionary War, which has ignited her interest in the countless stories of female forbears that shape our contemporary identity. Christensen is committed to bringing these female figures to life, enabling a broader recognition of women’s contributions that have often been overlooked or erased by history. With a foundation in corporate information technology, Christensen has honed her skills and now applies them passionately to the craft of storytelling. As an outdoor enthusiast, she can often be found exploring the trails of the Pacific Northwest.

 

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