posted October 10, 2008
Pleasant Word released new novel, Struggles and Triumphs, by Cynthia L. Simmons this month. Ms. Simmons, a former nurse and homeschooling mother of five, shares her passion for history and for the women who
helped shape history.
While visiting the Smithsonian Museum one year, Ms. Simmons was particularly interested in an exhibit detailing the impact of women on politics. After researching a number of possibilities, she settled on nine particular individuals.
“Each of the [women in my book] had something that made me feel a connection with them. For instance, I
Struggles and Triumphs offers a glimpse into the lives of nine prominent women from history—many have faith, several don’t; all experience fears, expectations, challenges, dangers, oppression, and grief. Those who know Christ find their way through heartache with God’s help and guidance.
Follow the stories of these nine remarkable women from the past—some who overcame insurmountable odds by putting their faith and trust in God:
• Katie Luther, wife of Martin Luther
• Susannah Thompson, later Mrs. C.H. Spurgeon
• Princess Alice, daughter of Queen Victoria
• Queen Kateryn, wife of Henry VIII of England
• Louise, Duchess of Coburg
• Caroline Bauer, wife of Prince Leopold
• Ellen McCallie, wife of Thomas Hooke McCallie
• Princess Vicky, daughter of Queen Victoria
• Catherine, Duchess of Suffolk
“This is a book about women and for women. It shows that women have value wherever they find themselves in
life,” said Ms. Simmons.
Cynthia L. Simmons resides in the Atlanta area with her husband, Ray. She teaches a women’s Sunday school class and enjoys studying the Bible, growing orchids, arranging flowers, playing the piano, singing, and historical research.
For a review copy, contact Adam Cothes by phone at 360 802-9758 or by email
at adam@winepressgroup.com.
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