Fiery Falls

The historical novel, Fiery Falls, is set from 1901 to 1918. The title reflects seventeen-year-old Donna's middle class family's experience during a volatile period in American history. Donna wants to be an artist, but her controlling father, Michael, insists that she become a concert violinist. He tells her that marriage will not fit in with her career. Is he correct? A pompous self-centered man, Michael dreams that he will live in Donna's reflected glory. Love-starved Donna dreams of finding a man like Robert Browning who will rescue her. Will their dreams turn into a nightmare for them and for the family?