The Whistle Walk

Stephenia H. McGee

Dec 2014 · Ironwood Plantation Family Saga Book 1 · By The Vine Press

About this ebook

In a time where unity seems impossible, two women will forge a friendship in the fires of redemption and thrust Ironwood into a new future—where the battle for freedom has merely begun.

Mississippi - 1862

Stolen from her home and forced into the disgrace of being sold, Ruth refuses to let go of the faith that holds her heart together. Determined to survive in her new role at Ironwood, Ruth never expects to find any common ground with the plantation owner’s wife. But when God keeps nudging her to speak up for her race and forge an unlikely friendship, she makes a dangerous choice that could cost more than she’s ready to give.

Bride to a man she barely knows and bound by her secrets, Lydia is struggling to step into her new title as the mistress of Ironwood. Inspired by the fiery spirit and quiet dignity of an enslaved woman, Lydia’s eyes begin to open to the harsh realities of the world around her. But if there is ever going to be a new future for Ironwood, she will have to start with shedding her own pretenses.

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Contemporary

The Cedar Key (2021 Faith, Hope, and Love Award Winner)

Ratings and reviews

Oh my wow! Talk about a book that swallowed me whole--hook, line, and sinker! Thankfully Heir of Hope is sitting next on my TBR pile so I can jump right back into the world again to check on all the characters. I am not ready to let them go! One of the most amazing things about this story was how vividly Stephenia McGee was able to create the setting and develop the characters so that you couldn't help but feel as if you were standing right in the midst of it all. My heart-rate fluctuated right along with Lydia and Ruth each step of the way! This was one of those books that you don't merely read, but experience. And that my friends, is the mark of a great book! I appreciated that while the characters may have stepped outside of the stereotypical mold for the time period, they were still realistic and believable. Real, permanent change can't truly happen until people are able to look outside of themselves and consider others with love and compassion. One of the most thought-provoking quotes for me was: "Strange how she always thought being equal would make them like her. She'd never considered giving up her place to be like them." Lydia realized that part of making life easier for the people in her home, was to be willing to carry part of their burdens. Kindness was not enough, and true friendship was not possible unless she was willing to humble herself. Her journey to this realization was a remarkable thing to witness. I don't think I could say enough wonderful things about this book! If you haven't read it yet I highly recommend you give it a read! I'm off to read the next in the series so I'm sure you'll hear my thoughts on that one as well very soon :)

The Whistle Walk is a wonderful story of finding the Lord and becoming free in so many different ways. I love how every single character was unique and interesting, they weren't copied and pasted with a mustache, put in different class, or just made to speak unneeded dialogue. Lydia and Charles' romance was delightfully sweet but they also given relatable struggles that helped make the book great. Ruth and Noah's love story was awesome and their interactions with each other are quite sweet and wonderful. I have never read a book like The Whistle Walk and I don't think I find another one that I like as much. I loved the book and I'll probably reread it fifty-million times.

I absolutely love all of Stephanie’s books! This book as well as all the others just seem to jump off the pages and come to life!! She goes into such detail that you can almost smell the food cooking, hear the whistle as they walk along the whistle walk, feel the breeze blowing and see yourself standing in that time period!! Definitely a must read and I highly recommend it!!! You will not be disappointed!!

About the author

Stephenia H. McGee writes stories of faith, hope, and healing set in the Deep South. After earning a degree in Animal and Dairy Sciences, she discovered her heart truly lies with the art of story. She put pen to page and never looked back. Visit her at www.StepheniaMcGee.com for books and updates.