Austin, Lynn N.

All she ever wanted by Lynn N Austin( Book )
12 editions published between 2005 and 2011 in English and Dutch and held by 1,780 libraries worldwide
"Lynn Austin presents a tale of family secrets, forgiveness, and reconcilation in the story of three generations of women: Kathleen, her mother, Eleanor, and her grandmother, Fiona. Each woman left home to escape her family's past and to start a new life"--Provided by publisher.

A woman's place : a novel by Lynn N Austin( Book )
12 editions published between 2006 and 2011 in English and held by 1,762 libraries worldwide
While their men fight on far-flung battlefields, America's women help produce what's necessary for victory. In a Michigan shipyard, four female co-workers forge strong bonds of friendship.

A proper pursuit by Lynn N Austin( Book )
9 editions published between 2007 and 2011 in English and held by 1,581 libraries worldwide
Set in Chicago during the time of the World's Fair, this is the story of Violet Hayes whose search to find her mother exposes the young woman to the world about her--from high society to the poor immigrant families; from the suffragette movement to the security of a suitable marriage match. As Violet contemplates what course her life will take, she will discover the missing parts of her family's past--and, ultimately, Violet will discover herself.

Candle in the darkness by Lynn N Austin( Book )
10 editions published between 2002 and 2011 in English and held by 1,535 libraries worldwide
During the Civil War, Caroline Fletcher, the daughter of a wealthy slave-holding family, is drawn into the abolitionist movement, where she is confronted with the risks and sacrifices her beliefs entail.

Until we reach home by Lynn N Austin( Book )
11 editions published between 2008 and 2010 in English and Undetermined and held by 1,501 libraries worldwide
Life in Sweden seems like an endless winter for three sisters after their mother's and father's suicides. Ellin writes to her relatives in Chicago, pleading for help. Joining 16 million other immigrants who leave their homelands for America between 1890 and 1920, Ellin, Kirsten, and Sophia begin the long, difficult journey fraught with hardships.

While we're far apart by Lynn N Austin( Book )
9 editions published between 2010 and 2011 in English and held by 1,445 libraries worldwide
"In an unassuming apartment building in Brooklyn, New York, three lives intersect as the reality of war invades their lives. Young Esther is heartbroken when her father decides to enlist in the army shortly after the death of her mother. Penny Goodrich has been in love with Eddie Shaffer for as long as she can remember; now that Eddie's wife is dead, Penny feels that she's been given a second chance and offers to care for his children, hoping he will finally notice her and marry her after the war. And elderly Mr. Mendel, the landlord, waits for the war to end to hear what has happened to his son trapped in war-torn Hungary"--Cover, p. 2.

Gods & kings : a novel by Lynn N Austin( Book )
10 editions published between 2005 and 2011 in English and held by 1,417 libraries worldwide
Gods and Kings is the story of King Hezekiah, heir to the throne of King David. When his evil father plots to sacrifice him, Hezekiah's mother, Abijah, searches frantically for a way to save him. But only two men can help her, and neither of them seems trustworthy. In a time and place engulfed by violence, treachery, and infidelity to Yahweh, Abijah and her son must discover the one true Source of strength if they are to save themselves and their country. Book 1 of Chronicles of the Kings.

Fire by night by Lynn N Austin( Book )
5 editions published between 2003 and 2004 in English and held by 1,400 libraries worldwide
One deceived by a life of wealth and ease. The other desperate to flee her true identity. In a land shattered by war, unlikely heroes test the limits of their strength and discover that love has a meaning far beyond their imagination.

A light to my path by Lynn N Austin( Book )
5 editions published between 2004 and 2005 in English and held by 1,380 libraries worldwide
Never in her life did Kitty make a decision for herself. She was raised on a South Carolina plantation as the pet of her white master's daughter. Now, as a young adult, she must find the strength and faith to make the biggest decision ever. Will she stay with her master and go south to avoid the Yankees or take off tonight for the north with Grady, the field slave she has come to love?

Song of redemption by Lynn N Austin( Book )
14 editions published between 2005 and 2011 in 3 languages and held by 1,358 libraries worldwide
"When King Hezekiah discovers that God's Law forbids him to take multiple wives, he must choose one woman to love. He must also choose to trust God's promises when he decides to rebel against his powerful Assyrian overlords"--Provided by publisher.