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Once there was a time when miners had few rights. This was the case in 1913 in the mining town of Calumet, Michigan. A struggle for change was brewing, but as often happens in life, things got worse before they got better. In Copper Divide, Beth Kirschner gives the reader a peek into the lives of Hannah Weinstein, a young woman ready to experience life outside of Calumet; her best friend Nelma Jokela, a miner’s wife and mother to two young children; and Russell Toll, a young man looking to make enough money to provide a good life for his bride-to-be. Their lives change as the turbulent strike comes to a head. Lines are drawn, friends become enemies, and things are said and done that cannot be taken back.
Beth Kirschner provides a realistic portrayal of the tumultuous times during the Copper strike of 1913. Copper Divide delves into the lawless emotions that arise when views become fierce and unbending. Kirschner's vivid descriptions touch the senses and paint a picture of life during that distant era. The use of three points of view allows a broader understanding of the characters and their circumstances, which fosters an emotional investment in their fates. Readers will find themselves rooting for each main character, hoping they dare to do what is right, and feeling disappointed when they fall short. Copper Divide explores themes of love, hatred, and reconciliation. It is a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and stories that grapple with moral conflict.
