Diane Bamford

Diane Bamford asked Martha Hall Kelly:

I've just finished Lost Roses and loved it. Couldn't help but think of Dr. Zhivago. I'm curious about what motivates Caroline and Eliza to be so generous and helpful. There isn't a lot about their education and/or religion in the first two books. Wealth is frequently mentioned in Lost Roses. No husband/father to prevent travels to dangerous places? Upholding the family name/reputation? LI neighbors were different

Martha Hall Kelly Hi Diane, I think it was their long family history of service that motivated them--Eliza's Woolsey ancestors in particular. It was such a different time as well, women of their class were expected to give back to the less fortunate.

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Karen

Karen asked Martha Hall Kelly:

Loved this book! Thanks for including Ravensbruck I will have to add it to my books to read. Ms Kelly looking forward to your prequel to Lilac Girls. What motivated you to write? Was there a teacher or a person that encouraged or motivated you?

Jens

Jens asked Martha Hall Kelly:

Hi Martha, To your knowledge, is Lilac Girls being translated into French? Thanks, Jens

Brenda Maeder

Brenda Maeder asked Martha Hall Kelly:

First I want to say, I loved Lilac Girls and cannot wait for Lost Roses. My question is about being a first time author. How did you get people to recognize your work? How long did it take? Do you have any hints for a first time author?

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