The Matriarch is a captivating intergenerational family saga that portrays the triumph of love in the midst of loss."For fans of historical fiction and family sagas, 'The Matriarch' is a must-read.""(The Matriarch) contains a mix of mystery, adventure, history, and most importantly provides detail of family interactions/emotions that all readers can relate to. Worth the read.""What does 'normal' even mean, honestly?" Janet's question hung in the air, a poignant echo amidst the neighborhood kids' laughter and chatter.It had been years since she had known normality. Following her father's death and the onset of war, life had only become more arduous for her family. Faced with unprecedented hardships and fierce rivalries at school, will the revelations Janet discovers about the questionable circumstances of her father's passing be the guiding light for a new beginning?Can the lessons of today impact the generations of tomorrow? What role should we play in our later years for our families as they navigate their own challenges? As the main story unfolds, a parallel tale set 76 years in the future reveals the ultimate outcome. 'The Matriarch' is inspired by a true story centered on a grandmother who went above and beyond to impart wisdom to her family and community, drawing from the experiences she accumulated in her youth.