I recently completed the final book in the Queen of the West historical fiction trilogy set in nineteenth-century Cincinnati. 

​

Embark on a captivating journey through the pages of the Queen of the West series, where the lives of Annie, a trailblazing feminist, and Max, the determined son of an immigrant from Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine German neighborhood, unfold against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America.

​

As the country navigates the transformative years leading up to the Civil War and perseveres through the challenges of Reconstruction, Annie and Max find themselves at the crossroads of history. They juggle a pioneering egalitarian marriage with their pursuits of a brighter future and a more equitable America.

​

The resilient couple crosses paths with prominent historical figures and vibrant characters. Through their eyes, the lesser-known narrative of nineteenth-century Cincinnati comes to life. Caught in the tensions between North and South, the Queen City pulses with the dreams of ambitious men and women who lay the foundation for westward expansion and the rise of a prosperous nation.

Join Annie and Max as they navigate an era of uncertainty, growth, and hope, painting a vivid tableau of a nation on the brink of transformation.

​

The Queen of the West trilogy is more than just historical fiction—it's an immersive saga that will leave you captivated and enriched by the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.