The Pink Bonnet
About the Book The Pink Bonnet
Book: The Pink Bonnet
Author: Liz Tolsma
Genre: Christian Historical, Suspense
Release date: June, 2019
A Desperate Mother Searches for Her Child
Step into True Colors—a new series of Historical Stories of Romance and American Crime
Widowed in Memphis during 1932, Cecile Dowd is struggling to provide for her three-year-old daughter. Unwittingly trusting a neighbor puts little Millie Mae into the clutches of Georgia Tann, corrupt Memphis Tennessee Children’s Home Society director suspected of the disappearance of hundreds of children. With the help of a sympathetic lawyer, the search for Millie uncovers a deep level of corruption that threatens their very lives.
How far will a mother go to find out what happened to her child?
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My Thoughts:
This book. Wow. I could not put it down. Book one in the series was equally amazing as I was able to review it. I cannot wait for the next one now! Each is by a different author so the style of writing is different but the true crime aspect is chilling.
I kept asking myself how? How could this have gone on? Who knew and didn’t stop it? How could people just turn a blind eye? If it had just been for the year the book takes place that’s one thing but this woman had a long crime spree. She did this for literally decades!
Great read. I could not put it down. Worry for Millie Mae, compassion for Cecile, and a good heaping dose of fear for Percy. These people have no qualms about taking what they want and hurting those who stand in the way.
I was nail biting! For real here. I stayed up way too late while it was storming outside to read this book. It was that riveting.
Fear filled me as more mothers lost their little ones. Would they ever see them again? What if that were me? Oh, my mama’s heart.
Be prepared for fear, and tears, and anger, and love. So much emotion in this book. Amazing read. The characters just suck you in. You want to just give Miss Tann what for and save all the little babies in the cribs.
Do yourself a favor. Get this book. Make sure you get to book one in the series too. Then get on the list for books three and four and all the others to come. This series is spellbinding and you won’t want to miss one.
I’m off to go see what else I can find by Liz Tolsma now. Her writing style is phenomenal so I want to know if she has any more mysteries that are going to have me on the edge of my seat.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
About the Author of The Pink Bonnet
Liz Tolsma is a popular speaker and an editor and the owner of the Write Direction Editing. An almost-native Wisconsinite, she resides in a quiet corner of the state with her husband and is the mother of three. Her son proudly serves as a U.S. Marine. They adopted all of their children internationally, and one has special needs. When she gets a few spare minutes, she enjoys reading, relaxing on the front porch, walking, working in her large perennial garden, and camping with her family.
More from Liz
A Desperate Mother Searches for Her Child
True, riveting stories of American criminal activity are explored through 6 unique stories of historical romantic suspense in the exciting new True Colors series.
In book two, The Pink Bonnet, Widowed in Memphis during 1932, Cecile Dowd is struggling to provide for her three-year-old daughter. Unwittingly trusting a neighbor puts little Millie Mae into the clutches of Georgia Tann, corrupt Memphis Tennessee Children’s Home Society director suspected of the disappearance of hundreds of children. With the help of a sympathetic lawyer, the search for Millie uncovers a deep level of corruption that threatens their very lives.
How far will a mother go to find out what happened to her child? Find out in The Pink Bonnet by Liz Tolsma.
The True Crime Behind the Story
Georgia Tann was a woman who ran an adoption agency in Memphis, Tennessee, from 1924 until 1950. It is estimated that, in that time, she kidnapped over five thousand children and sold them to the highest bidder. She even advertised the children in the newspaper, especially around the holidays. Some of the nation’s biggest celebrities adopted through Miss Tann, including Joan Crawford, Dick Powell, and June Allyson. Learn more about Georgia Tann HERE and visit www.TrueColorsCrime.com for more exclusive content.
Blog Stops for The Pink Bonnet
Just the Write Escape, June 20
The Becca Files, June 20
Livin’ Lit, June 20
The Power of Words, June 21
Christian Bookaholic, June 21
Godly Book Reviews, June 21
Spoken from the Heart, June 22
D’S QUILTS & BOOKS, June 22
For HIm and my Family, June 22
Blossoms and Blessings, June 23
Inspired by fiction, June 23
Mary Hake, June 23
Connie’s History Classroom, June 24
Moments, June 24
Simple Harvest Reads, June 24
Daysong Reflections, June 25
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, June 25
For the Love of Literature, June 25
Remembrancy, June 26
As He Leads is Joy, June 26
Emily Yager, June 26
Genesis 5020, June 27
Reader’s Cozy Corner, June 27
Carla Loves to Read, June 27
Inklings and notions, June 28
Changed by Him, June 28
Bigreadersite, June 28
Through the Fire Blogs, June 28
Inspiration Clothesline, June 29
Locks, Hooks and Books, June 29
Pause for Tales, June 29
Hallie Reads, June 30
Ashley’s Bookshelf, June 30
For the Love of Books, June 30
Southern Gal Loves to Read, July 1
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, July 1
Texas Book-aholic, July 1
janicesbookreviews, July 2
Older & Smarter?, July 2
By The Book, July 2
A Reader’s Brain, July 3
amandainpa, July 3
Little Homeschool on the Prairie, July 3
Giveaway For The Pink Bonnet
To celebrate her tour, Liz is giving away a grand prize that includes a $25 Amazon gift card and a copy of The Pink Bonnet!!
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/e331/the-pink-bonnet-celebration-tour-giveaway
Liz Tolsma
Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed The Pink Bonnet.
Erin S.
It was an amazing read. Thanks for letting me read it!
Debbie P
This book sounds like a very intriguing read.
Erin S.
It is truly an amazing read.