Grenell 1904: A Novel

By 1904 the Summer population of Grenell Island Park has swelled to several hundred. Marguerite craves the serenity of her beloved island to soothe her weary soul. But this year, the island is far from tranquil. A recent storm has wreaked havoc. The St. Lawrence River is at an all-time high. So are tensions on the island. Many residents have been subpoenaed to testify in an ongoing land dispute court case that has divided the island's loyalties. Already reeling from a personal tragedy, Marguerite tries to distance herself from the issue but finds herself fighting a legal battle of her own. Will the only ray of hope in her life be wrenched from her?

The Thousand Islands Series
Set in the sparkling blue waters of the St. Lawrence River between northern New York and Ontario, Canada, the Thousand Islands Series is the sweeping saga of Marguerite Hartranft, whose love for island life bolsters her spirit as she navigates her way through the changing social roles for women between 1881 and 1961. Grenell 1904 is the third book of the series.