A Captain for Laura Rose - Softcover

"Whitson has a wonderful knack of storytelling. . . .I highly recommend A Captain for Laura Rose. It is wonderfully crafted and thoughtfully written."--RadiantLit.com "Whitson writes amazing stories." --RT Book Reviews "As usual, Stephanie Grace Whitson skillfully weaves unforgettable characters with an unforgettable time in history. Step aboard the Laura Rose. You will definitely enjoy the ride!"--Nancy Moser, bestselling author of The Journey of Josephine and Mozart's Sister "Stephanie Whitson is a master storyteller who has once again woven a tale of adventure, romance and inspiration that will touch your heart. A Captain for Laura Rose is a novel rich with exciting details of riverboat life during the 19th century and the well-drawn characters will steal your heart. Don't miss this exceptional read."--Judith Miller, award winning author of the Home to Amana series "Whitson weaves unforgettable characters with remarkable historical impact. Step aboard the Laura Rose and join the passengers and crew as they take the historic trip with the first female steamboat captain. It will be a memorable trip indeed."--CBA Retailers and Resources "A vivid portrait of life on the Missouri River, from the cramped quarters of the packet boat, through the outpost settlements up the river, to the squalid docks of St. Louis. . .[A]n entertaining historical tale of faith, action, and romance."--Publisher's Weekly "This stand-alone novel has all the makings of a great romance: love, intrigue, mystery and unforgettable characters. Whitson's historical details on female riverboat captains are incredible. She brings to life a long-gone way of life on the river when women far superior than their male counterparts had to prove their worth."--RT Book Reviews, starred review