What readers are saying about The Song of the River series “A new historical series has readers traveling by boat down the mighty Mississippi with memorable characters who are trying to provide for themselves and their families. These two talented authors bring to life a long-ago era of riverboat adventures, weaving their own styles into the story line. They work very well together.” —Romantic Times “Diane Ashley and Aaron McCarver have written a beautiful story of the South right before the Civil War. You will feel immersed in the Southern culture and setting.” —Margaret Daley, author of From This Day Forward “I loved this book. Well-developed characters I really cared about, authentically detailed setting, and a story line that kept me riveted through the pages.” —Lena Nelson Dooley, author of Mary’s Blessing, Maggie’s Journey, and Love Finds You in Golden, New Mexico— a Will Rogers Medallion Award winner “Soft as a Southern breeze, the compelling characters wrap round your heart and won’t let go.” —Laura Frantz, author of The Colonel’s Lady “The collaboration of Diane Ashley and Aaron McCarver brings a tale as steeped in the flavor of the South as a frosty glass of sweet tea.” —Marcia Gruver, author of the Backwoods Brides and Texas Fortune series “Ashley and McCarver have created a lasting tale as poignant and deep as the river upon which it’s set.” —Elizabeth Ludwig, author and creator of The Borrowed Book “With the skillful use of rich and well-researched setting description, vivid scenes, and realistic dialogue authors Diane Ashley and Aaron McCarver have crafted a riveting historical romance that is sure to leave fans swooning.” —Debby Mayne, author of the Class Reunion series