Books like Crossing stones by Helen Frost
Set against the backdrop of World War I, "Crossing Stones" follows four young friends—Muriel, Frank, Emma, and Ollie—through the turbulence of the era. Frank and Ollie enlist and are sent overseas, while Emma finishes her schooling. Muriel becomes an advocate for peace and women’s suffrage, telling her story in her own heartfelt words. The novel weaves personal growth, war, and the evolving roles of women into a powerful narrative.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: War & Military Fiction/World War I Fiction
Authors: Helen Frost
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