The Frozen River - Ariel Lawhon (Book Club Discussion)
We’re heading back to 1700s Maine with The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon — a historical fiction pick that surprised us with how immersive, emotional, and twisty it turned out to be.
Haven't read the book yet? Check out our preview episode: https://youtu.be/RXRMs4LsZ_UInspired by real events, this novel drops us into a world shaped by harsh winters, tight-knit communities, and a legal system that consistently failed women — even while relying on their labor and expertise. Through the lens of midwifery, we’re introduced to the quiet power women held, and the ways they were still deeply…
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