Was America every really the land of opportunity? This is a question Elsa asked herself upon immigrating to the United States from Germany. In this tale of historical fiction, readers are transported to early twentieth century New York. Author Gregory Erich Phillips does a masterful job of weaving his tale, crafting a world where the characters ideals’ are met head-on by the realities of the time – sweat shops, poor living conditions, grief, discrimination and much more. It’s definitely a novel worth reading for those who enjoy historical fiction.
LOVE OF FINISHED YEARS
Award-winning author Gregory Erich Phillips
Genre: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Publisher: SillanPaceBrown
Publication Date: January 3, 2018
Publisher: SillanPaceBrown
Publication Date: January 3, 2018
An Immigrant Girl’s Powerful Journey of Aspiration and Love in Early Twentieth Century New York
Pre World War One, Elsa came to America with her eyes wide open, realizing it was up to her to make a life for herself. Surviving a sweat shop in lower Manhattan, a chance job with a Long Island elite family opens up her world. Invited in up to a point, she unwittingly, albeit precariously, crosses the social divide with her now open heart, which puts all she had worked for in jeopardy.
Grand Prize Winner
Chanticleer International Book Awards and Chaucer Historical Fiction Book Awards
A wonderfully satisfying reads.
– Chanticleer Reviews
“What a truly wonderful story! I’ve read it three times, and with each reading I find myself caring about the fabulous characters and their lives even more.”
– P.J. Alderman, New York Times Bestselling Author
“I do hope the author has a sequel in the works…a beautiful novel that is set in a fascinating time in our nation’s history.”
– Linda S., Boulder, Colorado
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About Gregory Erich Phillips
This moving debut novel by Gregory Erich Phillips won the grand prize in the Chanticleer Reviews International Writing Competition. From a prolific literary family, Gregory tells aspirational stories through strong, relatable characters that transcend time and place. Living in Seattle, Washington, he is also an accomplished tango dancer and musician.
Official website: http://www.gregoryerichphillips.com/
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