The Frozen River: A Novel
Ariel Lawhon’s ‘The Frozen River’ unveils the story of Martha Ballard, an 18th-century midwife who, through her diary, investigates a murder and challenges societal norms in a gripping historical mystery. This narrative follows Martha as she confronts powerful men and navigates a community rife with secrets, ultimately fighting for justice in a time when women’s voices were suppressed.