Something Worth Doing by Jane Kirkpatrick is a perfect example of why I love historical fiction. This book was simply amazing. I love a book that is not only an entertaining read, but educational as well. The book is based on a true story. I had never heard of Abigail Scott before and I loved learning about her life. What a fascinating woman and I think that her story is an inspiration to woman still to this day.
Jane Kirkpatrick has written so many books and if you are a christian fiction reader I'm sure you are already well acquainted with her work. This book was by far my favorite of hers to date and I can't recommend it enough.
In 1853, Abigail Scott was a 19 year old school teacher in Oregon Territory when she married Ben Duniway. Marriage mean giving up on teaching, but Abigail always believed she was meant to be more than a good wife and mother. When financial mistakes and an injury force Ben to stop working, Abigail becomes the primary breadwinner for her growing family. What she sees as a working woman appalls her, and she devotes her lie to fighting for the rights of women, including their right to vote.
Following Abigail as she bears six children, runs a millinery and a private school, helps on the farm, writes novels, gives speeches, and eventually runs a newspaper supporting women's suffrage. Something Worth Doing explores issues that will resonate strongly with modern women: the pull between career and family, finding one's place in the public sphere, and dealing with frustrations and prejudices women encounter when they compete in male-dominated spaces. This book will inspire you to believe that some things are worth doing--even when the cost is great.
***Thanks to Revell for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
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