Martha: A Family Saga

The voice of history and truth often lies buried in the sands of time, tucked away in attics, lofts, and barns, or carved into stone. For Martha, those truths were inspired by the contents within a cardboard box filled with photographs and memories.

From that beginning, Elle Hess weaves a literary tapestry, pulling on strands of the Great Railroad Era, New England's rugged identity, and the French-Canadian connection. She creates a skillful backdrop in which her characters move, intertwining...