Susan G Mathis is an international award-winning, multi-published author of stories set in the beautiful Thousand Islands, her childhood stomping ground in upstate NY. Susan has been published more than thirty times in full-length novels, novellas, and non-fiction books. She has twelve in her fiction line including, The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy, Christmas Charity, Katelyn’s Choice, Devyn’s Dilemma, Sara’s Surprise, Reagan’s Reward, Colleen’s Confession, Peyton’s Promise, Rachel’s Reunion, Mary’s Moment, A Summer at Thousand Island House and Libby’s Lighthouse, the first in her three-book lighthouse series. Her book awards include three Illumination Book Awards, four American Fiction Awards, three Indie Excellence Book Awards, five Literary Titan Book Awards, a Golden Scroll Award, and a Selah Award.Before Susan jumped into the fiction world, she served as the Founding Editor of Thriving Family magazine and the former Editor/Editorial Director of twelve Focus on the Family publications. Her first two published books were nonfiction. Countdown for Couples: Preparing for the Adventure of Marriage with an Indonesian and Spanish version, and The ReMarriage Adventure: Preparing for a Life of Love and Happiness, have helped thousands of couples prepare for marriage. Susan is also the author of two picture books, Lexie’s Adventure in Kenya and Princess Madison’s Rainbow Adventure. Moreover, she is published in various book compilations including five Chicken Soup for the Soul books, Ready to Wed, Supporting Families Through Meaningful Ministry, The Christian Leadership Experience, and Spiritual Mentoring of Teens. Susan has also written several hundred published magazine and newsletter articles. Susan is president of American Christian Fiction Writers-CS (ACFW), former vice president of Christian Authors Network (CAN), a member of Christian Independent Publishing Association (CIPA), and a regular writer’s contest judge. For over twenty years, Susan has been a speaker at writers’ conferences, teachers’ conventions, writing groups, and other organizational gatherings. Susan makes her home in Colorado Springs and enjoys traveling around the world but returns each summer to the islands she loves. Praise for Susan's booksSusan G Mathis never fails to pack her books with memorable characters.—Margaret Brownley, N.Y. Times bestselling authorMathis’s attention to detail and rich history is classic Mathis, and no one does it better.—Margaret Brownley, N.Y. Times bestselling authorMathis whisks us once again into a historically charming and unique setting in the Thousand Islands Gilded Age. —Jayme H. Mansfield, author of Portrait of DeceitMathis’s characters are real people I know and love, and I hate to say goodbye to them when I come to the end.—Donna Schlachter, historical romance authorWith Mathis’ beautiful turn of phrases, always expect the unexpected. This book will become a favorite.—Anne Greene, author of Trail of Tears, The Story of John RossIn Mary’s Moment, readers will not only enjoy the journey to Thousand Island Park in 1912 but may wish to never leave the gilded dreams of those glorious days. —Davalynn Spencer, author of award-winning western romanceSusan Mathis takes us to the Thousand Islands once more, Rich in detail, the fabulous setting carries the reader away to the Gilded Age amid some of the most famous entrepreneurs the United States has ever known and makes you wish you were there. ~Marilyn Turk, multi-published, award-winning authorLike a monarch emerging from her cocoon, Susan's characters spread their wings in Mathis’s Thousand Island Gilded Age novels and learn how to fly with beauty and grace. Step into a castle on Dark Island and savor this historical romance.~Melanie Dobson, award-winning author of Catching the Wind and the Legacy of Love seriesMathis weaves mystery, secrets, and false accusations into this Gilded-Age tale of castles, their wealthy owners, and the heart-felt longings of those they employ. If you like Downton Abbey, you’ll quickly find yourself lost in this story of love and intrigue set in America’s Thousand Islands.~Davalynn Spencer, award-winning author of An Improper ProposalWith a passion for the Gilded Age and the heart of a writer, Susan Mathis brings another heartfelt story to life set during a fascinating slice of American history. Weaving countless hours of in-depth research and miles of solid foot travel in the breathtaking beauty of the Thousand Islands, Mathis melds historical fact with engaging and memorable characters—once again, paying tribute to an era that uniquely shaped the country. ~Jayme H. Mansfield, Author of award-winning historical novels, Chasing the Butterfly and RUSHFrom character development to historical accuracy, Susan creates delightful novels. Her beautiful writing voice and obvious love for the rich heritage of the Thousand Islands shines through enticing the reader to keep reading to a satisfying ending. Bravo, Ms. Mathis! ~Angela Breidenbach, author and president of the Christian Authors NetworkA romance, a mystery, and a wonderfully historic setting! Not only did her story warm my heart, it made me want to visit the Thousand Islands for myself. What a great combination of history and fiction. ~Anne Mateer, author of Wings of a DreamIt's a delightful read that carries the reader into the world of the Thousand Islands with author Mathis’s vivid historical detail. You’ll wish your visit there could last longer. ~Kathleen Rouser, award-winning author of Rumors and PromisesAn unusual historical American family is portrayed through the eyes of its domestic staff, with the deep research we expect from Mathis.~Susan Page Davis, author of Lady Anne’s Quest and Maine Brides.Susan Mathis creates relatable fictional characters and masterfully sets them in a real place (Dark Island, Cherry Island, Wolfe Island, Pullman Island, Comfort Island, Calumet Island in the St. Lawrence River near Chippewa Bay, NY), living in a real home (the Towers, now Singer Castle and others) with a real family (that of Frederick and Emma Bourne and others), at a real time (the Gilded Age). Mathis weaves in carefully researched events and cultural details of the era and the area to give breath and believability to persons and plot where all things work out together for good. Her stories are tales you will be blessed to have read.~Judy Keeler, Singer Castle historian, and co-author of Meandering Among the Thousand Islands, Second EditionSpun with mystery, romance, and atmospheric history, Susan's stories capture readers' imaginations in a world divided by class yet brought together by the common bonds of humanity and love. A story Downton Abbey fans won't want to miss! ~J'nell Ciesielski, author of Among the Poppies and The Songbird and the SpyMathis's novels put me in mind of the old Upstairs Downstairs series on TV, but this is more of the downstairs, which is always more interesting. Romantic and satisfying, I think you’ll love them. ~Ane Mulligan, Amazon bestselling author of Chapel Springs Revival.Read more about this authorRead less about this author