A Daughter of Jehu
1918
A Daughter of Jehu, published in 1918 by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards, follows Kitty Ross, a young woman returning to her hometown of Cyrus after her mother's death. The novel explores themes of community, nostalgia, and the tension between ambition and domesticity as Kitty navigates her new responsibilities and contemplates her future. Set in a picturesque New England village, the story captures the warmth of small-town life and the traditions of a bygone era, highlighting the impact of loss and the importance of belonging.
