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The Moonlight School by Suzanne Woods Fisher – Review, Guest Post & Giveaway

February 10, 2021 by Suzie Waltner 5 Comments

About the Book

Book: The Moonlight School

Author: Suzanne Woods Fisher

Genre: Historical Fiction

Release Date: February 2, 2021

 

Haunted by her sister’s mysterious disappearance, Lucy Wilson arrives in Rowan County, Kentucky, in the spring of 1911 to work for Cora Wilson Stewart, superintendent of education. When Cora sends Lucy into the hills to act as scribe for the mountain people, she is repelled by the primitive conditions and intellectual poverty she encounters. Few adults can read and write.

Born in those hills, Cora knows the plague of illiteracy. So does Brother Wyatt, a singing schoolmaster who travels through the hills. Involving Lucy and Wyatt, Cora hatches a plan to open the schoolhouses to adults on moonlit nights. The best way to combat poverty, she believes, is to eliminate illiteracy. But will the people come?

As Lucy emerges from a life in the shadows, she finds purpose; or maybe purpose finds her. With purpose comes answers to her questions, and something else she hadn’t expected: love.

 

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In My Opinion

Do you know what a moonlight school is? I had no idea until I read Suzanne Woods Fisher’s book. Now I want to learn more about them, and that’s how I know an author hooked me into their story.

The Moonlight School is a fictionalized version of how the moonlight schools in Appalachian Kentucky got their start. Through Lucy Wilson’s eyes, readers learn about the people, traditions, superstitions, and struggles of these people.

While Finley and Angie’s antics had me chuckling throughout the entire book, it’s Lucy’s journey that shows the heart and hope for the people. Fisher reminds us that sometimes the most rewarding and fulfilling results come from taking a step of faith into the unknown and persevering through the hardships and struggles.

My Rating:
 

Disclosure statement:
I receive complimentary books from publishers, publicists, and/or authors, including
NetGalley. I am not required to write positive reviews. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

About the Author

Carol award winner Suzanne Woods Fisher writes stories that take you to places you’ve never visited—one with characters that seem like old friends. But most of all, her books give you something to think about long after you’ve finished reading it. With over one million copies of her books sold worldwide, Suzanne is the best-selling author of more than thirty books, ranging from non-fiction books, to children’s books, to novels. She lives with her very big family in northern California.

 

 

More from Suzanne

I’m Suzanne Woods Fisher, the author of The Moonlight School. This historical fiction will release on February 2, 2021, and is based on a true story featuring Cora Wilson Stewart, a Kentucky educator way ahead of her times. In 1911, Cora had a crazy idea—to open rural one-room schoolhouses in her county on moonlit nights to teach illiterate adults how to read and write.

So what happened next? Well, it’s so astonishing that you wouldn’t believe me if I told you. Instead, I hope you’ll read the book and find out for yourself.

In the meantime, this infographic provides a fascinating look at illiteracy THEN…and NOW. Makes you want to thank your teachers, doesn’t it?

 

 

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Suzanne is giving away the grand prize of a $25 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/1068d/the-moonlight-school-celebration-tour-giveaway

 

Blog Stops

Visit the tour landing page to read more reviews and some author interviews.

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Comments

  1. Rita Wray says

    February 10, 2021 at 12:36 PM

    Thank you for sharing the review.

    Reply
  2. Debbie P says

    February 10, 2021 at 6:07 PM

    I enjoy historical fiction and this sounds very intriguing book.

    Reply
  3. Bea LaRocca says

    February 10, 2021 at 8:09 PM

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this story, it sounds like a good read

    Reply
  4. Roxanne C. says

    February 11, 2021 at 7:24 PM

    I’m certain that I will love this book from the description. Even my daughter would enjoy this one, and we rarely read the same books nowadays.

    Reply
  5. Dianna says

    February 11, 2021 at 10:38 PM

    I have never heard of moonlight schools!

    Reply

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