The Back Settlement - Paperback

by Margaret A. Westlie (Author)

When home offers no refuge, how far would you go to find freedom?

In the windswept landscape of rural Prince Edward Island, Beth Lord lives a life defined by duty and silence. Trapped in a household ruled by harsh voices and heavier expectations, her days blur into a routine of obedience and quiet longing. But when a long-lost friend extends a simple invitation, Beth is drawn toward a future she never dared to imagine.

The Back Settlement is a tender and powerful novel of resilience, quiet courage, and the enduring struggle between sin and redemption. As Beth confronts the wrongs done to her-and the ones she's carried out herself-she begins to uncover a path toward healing and hope. With rich detail and emotional depth, this compelling story invites readers into the soul of a woman who's ready to reclaim her future-even if it means confronting the ghosts of her past.

Perfect for fans of historical fiction, character-driven storytelling, and quiet heroines with deep inner strength.

Author Biography

Margaret A. Westlie is the author of a number of novels and a collection of poetry. Her Partners Paranormal series draws on her interest in the occult and paranormal, while her her Partners Extraterrestrial novels have an otherworldly theme. The Back Settlement is the fourth novel in her Scottish Pioneers novels, which draw inspiration from her Scottish ancestry. She lives in beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, where her novels are set.