The Girl Who Wrote in Silk
- Author Kelli Estes
- Narrator Emily Woo Zeller
- Publisher Blackstone Publishing
- Publish Date 7 July 2015
- Run Time 12 hours and 21 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Fiction: general and literary, Historical fiction, Historical romance.
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What to expect
The smallest items can hold centuries of secrets.
Inara Erickson is exploring her deceased aunt’s island estate when she finds an elaborately stitched piece of fabric hidden in the house. As she peels back layer upon layer of the secrets it holds, Inara’s life becomes interwoven with that of Mei Lein, a young Chinese girl mysteriously driven from her home a century before. Through the stories Mei Lein tells in silk, Inara uncovers a tragic truth that will shake her family to its core―and force her to make an impossible choice.
Inspired by true events, Kelli Estes’ brilliant and atmospheric debut serves as a poignant tale of two women determined to do the right thing, and the power of our own stories.
Critics Review
u201cA testament to thenendurance of the human spirit and the human heart. A powerful debut that provesnthe threads that interweave our lives can withstand time and any tide and bindnour hearts forever.u201d
u201cThe interconnected lives of women a century apart is at the center of Estesu2019 tragic yet uplifting novelu2026Estes sheds light on a dark period in Seattleu2019s history that is sure to interest those seeking unusual historical details long hidden from history books.u201d
u201cLoosely based on historical fact, this eye-opening and beautifully written novel will captivate listeners. Beautifully narrated by Emily Woo Zeller, who helps bring the story alive with her delicate, yet masterful voicing.u201d
u201cMesmerizingu2026Inspired by true events, Estesu2019 novel looks deep into the heart of one family. Carefully crafted and perfectly paced, the novel takes readers on a deeply satisfying, memorable journey. Part mystery and part romance, the novel is also a fascinating look at an often forgotten period of Pacific Northwest history and a moving reminder of the stories we all share.u201d
u201cA pleasing blend of historical fiction and contemporary drama.u201d
u201cNarrator Emily Woo Zeller delivers a riveting performance of Estesu2019 ambitious debut novelu2026Zeller is convincing as Inarau2026From the first tense moments of the prologue to the stunning conclusion, Zelleru2019s narration weaves a spell almost as intriguing as the sleeveu2019s mysterious design.u201d
u201cVibrant and tragic, The Girl Who Wrote in Silk exploresna horrific, little-known era in our nationu2019s history.u201d
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