Anticipated Release Date: June 2, 2025

Join young Ludwig Fridberg, his widowed mother, and three sisters as they struggle to settle in 1742 Philadelphia after an exhausting ocean journey. Facing poverty, hunger, and a lack of welcome in a new land, they fight to secure employment, housing, food, and firewood. Will they overcome the hardships of their new life? See how they stay united through cold nights, limited opportunities, and unexpected encounters, while making new friends and navigating the Philadelphia Market to build their future.

KATHERINE ALEXANDER brings to life her ancestors of almost 300 years ago, using them as the main characters of this novel. Historical facts have been well researched, using primary materials, such as the village Kirchenbuk for vital information along with contemporary accounts of the culture as it existed then. It is blended with contemporary events, placing the story in the context of its time.

This is a continuation of Book 1: They Shall Run and Be Weary

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