by Jeanne Gehret
by Jeanne Gehret
I’m thrilled to announce that Born of This Fire is now available for pre-order on Amazon!
This story has lived in my heart for a long time, and now the cover brings it to life in a way that feels both beautiful and meaningful. Let’s take a look.
A Woman on the Threshold
At first glance, Born of This Fire‘s cover radiates warmth—but there’s tension beneath the surface. That’s Annie Osborn Anthony, standing with her back to us, poised between the safety of a Victorian parlor and the fire-lit frontier town outside. The parlor reflects the world she left behind on Martha’s Vineyard. The glow outside? It’s not just literal fire—it’s the blaze of war, justice, and the painful choices that shape her marriage and future.
Fire as Metaphor
Annie’s dress, her posture, the light—they’re all rooted in 1860s realism, but the symbolism runs deep. The floating embers remind me of all the women whose lives were disrupted by war, and how Annie must decide whether to protect her heart or let it be transformed.
I can’t wait to get this book into your hands in mid-October. It will also be available through other retailers and released in paperback alongside the ebook.
Until then, I hope the cover gives you a glimpse of what’s inside. View the book description here and sample chapters here. Watch for Born of This Fire discussion questions and playlist soon!
*Bleeding Kansas refers to the border wars before the Civil War between the neighboring states of Missouri and Kansas. Here’s a great article on that.
Want to Join My Launch Team and Be Part of the Journey?
Ready to hop in the hot air balloon and help this book lift off? Being on my launch team involves just three easy steps:
- After you indicate your interest, you’ll receive a free ebook of Born of This Fire. Read and enjoy!
- Grab your own Amazon copy on October 17 or 18 (only $4.99).
- Write an honest review by the 28th of October. Paying for your own copy signals Amazon that yours is truly an independent review.
That’s it! I’ll even send you a fill-in-the-blank template to help you with the wordsmithing, if you like.
Just for fun, team members will receive an invitation to an optional zoom meeting with me to take a peek behind the scenes of this newest book in my Dauntless Series.
Ready to receive your free copy? Just email me at Jeanne@JeanneGehretAuthor.com and write “Join” in the subject line.
Other Stories for Your Reading List
In these curated collections, you can find “The Urgent Plea from Susan B.,” the prequel to Born of This Fire.
Take a look at these Short Stories & Novellas…
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Free stories about fiesty women through the ages
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