Among the Wonderful
I’ve recently spent time among the wonderful – that is, reading AMONG THE WONDERFUL, Stacy Carlson’s wonderful historical novel set in 19th Century New York, at Barnum’s American Museum. Much of the novel follows Ana Swift, “World’s Only Giantess,” and her perspective on life is – well – different, though rich with shared humanity. I didn’t take notes to do a real book review – this is just a fellow historical novelist tipping my hat to a writer I admire. Ms. Carlson (native Seattleite, now living in Oakland says the liner notes), has gotten it oh so right! I recommend it.