All she ever wanted was a home of her own... and she will risk her life to keep it.

Author Elinor Florence, bestselling writer.

About Elinor

Following a long journalism career, my passion for the past inspired me to write fact-based historical novels about strong women. My monthly blog, Letters From Windermere, often waxes poetic about bygone days. I’m absurdly sentimental about old photographs and handwritten letters and heritage homes with crystal doorknobs. When not at my desk overlooking beautiful Lake Windermere in British Columbia, I can usually be found in my truck, driving to the nearest museum or thrift shop.

Praise for Elinor's Books

“In Finding Flora, we have a heroine to cheer for! Flora is brave, dogged, stubborn, joyful, a pioneer in a beautiful and punishing land. I can’t remember when I’ve been more caught up in the fate of a character!”

—  Iona Whishaw, bestselling author of the Lane Winslow Series

“Historical fiction readers will love Finding Flora, a fascinating, incredibly researched story of survival and courage, honouring the strength and resilience of early female pioneers.”

— Genevieve Graham, bestselling author of The Chambermaid’s Key

“What a glorious novel! With flawed and relatable characters, gorgeous description and a loving but realistic look at a difficult lifestyle, Wildwood satisfies on every level. Through Molly’s modern eyes, we see the fortitude of pioneers in a refreshing way — and see our own comfortable and rushed lives in a new way as well.”

— Sarah Sundin, bestselling author of Midnight on the Scottish Shore

“Bird’s Eye View is the kind of historical novel I always hope to find, but seldom do. I started reading it for its subject matter, with my pen and notebook at my elbow, but I was drawn into the story of Rose Jolliffe immediately. I read it right through supper and on into the night, not stopping to take down one note.”

— Billie Milholland, author of Under the Maidenhair Fern

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