A suspenseful, faith based-coming of age mystery set during the Russian civil war in Ukraine and post-war Germany — with themes of intergenerational trauma, perseverance and resilience — Katarina’s Dark Shadow prequels the courageous human struggle inside a distinct faith during violent political times. The only certainty of war is uncertainty. 1951: Peter stumbles on his adopted mother’s diaries from the Russian Revolution. What happened during those early years that prompted Katarina to go … [Read more...] about Katarina’s Dark Shadow by MJ Krause-Chivers
Katarina’s Dark Shadow by MJ Krause-Chivers
The Only Certainty in war is Uncertainty. When the Russian civil war erupts in the shadow of the Great War and Ukraine seeks independence, Katarina discovers that faith is more than a badge. During war-time, it requires resilience. 1915-1917: Fifteen-year-old Katarina dreams of a self-determined future. But when she’s injured during a rebel attack, she learns of threats against her German Mennonite people. Conspiracy theories rise, servants take sides and loyalties are questioned. Emigration … [Read more...] about Katarina’s Dark Shadow by MJ Krause-Chivers
Interview with Author – MJ Krause-Chivers
About MJ Krause-Chivers: I'm a Canadian Christian author previously published in non-fiction and switching to historical fiction. In NF, I write as Miranda J. Chivers. I've been writing my whole life, but didn't publish until 2018. Self-publishing has opened the door to novice writers and unpublished authors and allows us to be in control of our own destiny. Like so many, I've also attached my stars to the Amazon self-publishing wagon. Faith is the backbone of my writing … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – MJ Krause-Chivers