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An outspoken midwife. A false imprisonment. Will one woman's faith and courage be enough to tip the scales of justice? London, 1679. Elizabeth Cellier is a loving wife, a friend to her neighbors, and a former midwife to the Queen. She's brave in a time of fear, dedicating her free time to serving the unjustly persecuted. In an effort to improve the treatment of fellow Catholics, she ignores her husband's warnings against befriending a connected debtor. But she never expected her quest for equal rights would unknowingly lure her into a plot against her beloved King... Elizabeth finds herself in the same prison she sought to improve. With time running out before her trial, can the midwife defend herself in a court prejudiced against women, Catholics, and foreigners? If she fails, the punishment could claim her life... The Popish Midwife is the inspiring true story of English midwife Elizabeth Cellier. If you like strong heroines, tales of endurance and accurate historical details, then you'll love Annelisa Christensen's award-winning* first novel in the Seventeenth Century Midwives series! *Award winner in the Readers' Favorite International Book Awards (2017)

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Christensen does a fine job of re-imagining London in the 1670s, bringing the smells and filth of the streets to vivid life. She also captures the anti-Catholic hysteria and violence particularly well. ... a very authentic portrait of a complex era. Kate Braithwaite (Historical Novel Society) Christensen's first published novel is boldly written as a first-person narrative in the style of Philippa Gregory. Terri Coates (Clinical Midwife, Midwifery Advisor, Call the Midwife, CTM Productions, Reviewed for De Partu) The Popish Midwife is one of the best historical novels that I've read. It's highly immersive, offering readers a look at an important period of England history, serving as a great reminder of the dark times in the past, where injustice is an arduous beast to contain even until today. Lit Amri (Readers' Favorite) Christensen's lovely style of storytelling, as if Cellier is talking directly to us, captures the imagination and leads us through a tale of brutality and betrayal, individual and collective upheaval, treason and courage. Lisl Zlitni (The Review) The author spent years researching her story and her attention to detail and fact, the historical period, customs, and dialects give The Popish Midwife authenticity. But it is Annelisa Christensen's considerable writing talent that makes this an absorbing, worthwhile read... a well-written story that keeps one turning the pages. Viga Boland (Readers' Favorite) I really enjoyed reading about Elizabeth Cellier... a strong female character who could take care of herself and went out of her way to help others... I finished The Popish Midwife in one day... and I am excited to get my hands on the second book in the series! Sefina Hawke (Readers' Favorite) Annelisa Christensen has told the story of Elizabeth Cellier in very direct and heartfelt detail. The Popish Midwife will take you along on the journey of a very difficult time for Christians. I found this book to be a real history lesson while still being an enjoyable story. Trudi LoPreto (Readers' Favorite) The plight of women in general, as second-class citizens with fewer rights, has been well portrayed. The dangers and high mortality rate of women during childbirth... a fascinating and inspiring read for me into a bygone era and one that I would definitely recommend. Gisela Dixon (Readers' Favorite) 31st Oct 2017

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