Olivia Hennessey wants the one thing she never had—a family to love.

In 1848, the Illinois-Michigan Canal, after twelve years of construction,...

Carole H Davis
Carole H Davis

Carole loves to read a wide range of genres, reading over fifty books a year. She decided to write a book after a story idea continued to nag at her constantly. She enjoyed the process and learned a lot along the way, continuing to learn more every day.

She grew up in north Louisiana, enjoying a fun, carefree childhood. Carole moved to Colorado in her 30s, where she married a native of the state. She enjoys spending time with her family and her black Lab. You can sign up to get updates about her writing here.

A Family to Love

Olivia Hennessey wants the one thing she never had—a family to love.

In 1848, the Illinois-Michigan Canal, after twelve years of construction, connected Chicago, Illinois, to the Illinois River. Chicago was about to become a bustling trade center, just in time for Olivia.

At the age of fourteen, and now in jeopardy, Olivia must secretly leave...