A novel of triumph over tragedy. Experience the true story of a woman who defied all odds and changed the course of history. Despite enduring thirty years of debilitating grief, Rebecca finds the strength to become an army nurse during the Civil War, bringing hope and healing to countless soldiers. But when she encounters the weight of anguish borne by President and Mrs. Lincoln, Rebecca's true calling is revealed. She must rescue them from despair and self-doubt or risk the Union’s collapse. With unwavering determination and boundless compassion, Rebecca devotes herself to the president's family, as she continues to nurse scores of patients in her overcrowded, understaffed ward. Don't miss out on the astonishing journey of Lincoln's Angel, a tale of resilience, devotion, and the power of the human spirit to overcome even the darkest of tragedies. Inspired by Rebecca Pomroy’s journal, letters & recollections. Based on real lives, real places, and actual events.
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Too often in life, we overlook the simple people who come into our lives to make things better. Those who care for us and help us along what may sometimes be a difficult path. We tend to focus on the newsmakers, the big names that make history. Like Lincoln, the President of the United States and a man of great influence. DL Fowler’s historical novel, Lincoln’s Angel: The Rebecca Pomroy Story, unravels a forgotten piece of history. Told in the third person narrative, the plot follows Rebecca as she grows up, matures, takes on caring roles, and finally meets the presidential couple. The author has used many historical documents, including Rebecca’s daily journal and letters. The author writes with vivid sincerity, creating a meaningful tableau of real-life events that weave both fact and fiction into a compelling story. A fascinating read, one that inspires triumph over tragedy."
5.0 out of 5 stars Moving account of a brave woman
A moving account of the courageous Rebecca Pomroy, who underwent tragedy after tragedy, but remained resilient and found her calling ministering to wounded soldiers--and a despairing President--during the Civil War. The interactions between Pomroy and Lincoln are particularly well done.
Lincoln's Angel: the Rebecca Pomroy Story has been shortlisted for the 2024 Hawthorne Prize. The Hawthorne Prize is an elite writing award for the best works of fiction founded by AmericanWritingAwards.com in honor of renowned American novelist Nathaniel Hawthorne.
