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I have a book, "Beyond the Silk Mills," for your review.
"Beyond the Silk Mills" was published by Dameliam Books, and is now available through Amazon, Kobo, iBook, Nook, bookstores, and libraries.
In "Beyond the Silk Mills" Rupley spins a compelling saga of family discord, obsessive ambition, and regret. She depicts the Epstein family struggle during the early twentieth century in New York and in Paterson, New Jersey, and through their story, illuminates the roots of modern feminism and contemporary labor issues.
As a Jewish immigrant to New Jersey in 1900, Emma dreams of the wealth that will usher her family into high society. She defies the odds for a poor immigrant woman to own a business, and leverages her profits, but at a terrible price.
Her husband, Meyer, a longtime socialist, does not share her ambition. Instead, he organizes his comrades for the historic Paterson Silk Strike of 1913, changing their family life forever.
Book Reviews
"...a beautifully written novel that puts a human face on history... Ms. Rupley does a wonderful job crafting the historical setting and creates a saga that is rich in detail." Evelyn M. Hershey, Education Director, American Labor Museum/Botto House National Landmark
"...Rupley has carefully researched and imaginatively captured the dynamic of the Paterson strike. This is what historical fiction should look like." Steve Golin, author of "The Fragile Bridge: Paterson Silk Strike 1913," Professor of History, Bloomfield College, Bloomfield, New Jersey
"Rupley's debut novel is rich in warmth, characterization and historical detail...The tension of the silk workers' strike is masterfully demonstrated in Emma's conflicts with her husband and daughter who desire and demand better working conditions. Rupley depicts each period with well-selected detail and creates characters about whom you promptly care." Joanna H. Kraus, Correspondent, Bay Area News Group; Author, "Remember My Name (Samuel French), "The Ice Wolf" (Dramatic Publishing) and "A Night of Tamales and Roses" (Shenanigan Books).
I have a book, "Beyond the Silk Mills," for your review.
"Beyond the Silk Mills" was published by Dameliam Books, and is now available through Amazon, Kobo, iBook, Nook, bookstores, and libraries.
In "Beyond the Silk Mills" Rupley spins a compelling saga of family discord, obsessive ambition, and regret. She depicts the Epstein family struggle during the early twentieth century in New York and in Paterson, New Jersey, and through their story, illuminates the roots of modern feminism and contemporary labor issues.
As a Jewish immigrant to New Jersey in 1900, Emma dreams of the wealth that will usher her family into high society. She defies the odds for a poor immigrant woman to own a business, and leverages her profits, but at a terrible price.
Her husband, Meyer, a longtime socialist, does not share her ambition. Instead, he organizes his comrades for the historic Paterson Silk Strike of 1913, changing their family life forever.
Book Reviews
"...a beautifully written novel that puts a human face on history... Ms. Rupley does a wonderful job crafting the historical setting and creates a saga that is rich in detail." Evelyn M. Hershey, Education Director, American Labor Museum/Botto House National Landmark
"...Rupley has carefully researched and imaginatively captured the dynamic of the Paterson strike. This is what historical fiction should look like." Steve Golin, author of "The Fragile Bridge: Paterson Silk Strike 1913," Professor of History, Bloomfield College, Bloomfield, New Jersey
"Rupley's debut novel is rich in warmth, characterization and historical detail...The tension of the silk workers' strike is masterfully demonstrated in Emma's conflicts with her husband and daughter who desire and demand better working conditions. Rupley depicts each period with well-selected detail and creates characters about whom you promptly care." Joanna H. Kraus, Correspondent, Bay Area News Group; Author, "Remember My Name (Samuel French), "The Ice Wolf" (Dramatic Publishing) and "A Night of Tamales and Roses" (Shenanigan Books).