The Draper's Daughter

Miss Ellin arranged such a plot, backdrop and enobling as well as viilanous characters with such agendas; I never lacked once for unparalleled focus and intrigue as I read.I felt so for Elizabeth's burdens and dilemmas, but fostered every crtaintity she early on possesed the wherewithal to conquer all her adversaries at length.I felt certain and very kindred that she would yet end up with Rafael.I was not disappointed! A gem of a story with amazing ties to historical fictions.

While this is my 3rd book by this author, I have to says this one was somewhat disappointing. Perhaps it lost something in translation. On many occasions I found myself forgetting it was set in the 14th century. The language was not appropriate for the time period as the first 2 books were.

A wonderful story set in Cologne in the 1500’s. I have not read a story about a draper and found the storyline enchanting. The Draper’s Daughter is about Elisabeth Hardenstein and how she broke tradition by moving, successfully, in a man’s world of commerce and trade. The settings and the people in the story were developed and I could picture myself in the storyline. I strongly recommend this author. I could not put the book down, and I look forward to read her next novel

I enjoyed the book, it was a little hard getting into at the beginning . But overall I liked the story line and would still recommend to other readers.

Set in Germany in the 14th century , this book focuses on the lives of a family of four. The conflict between the members is the primary plot. The role of men and women in that time frame is a major plot line.

Like the SECRET HEALER, by the same author, I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The writing flows, even though it is a translation.

Very picturesque writing and tale of women and their positions in another time and place. A pleasant read with some nice twists!

So much fun reading historically about a female taking charge and making it in a culture of man's domination good reading

I very much enjoyed this book. As a strong woman in the middle ages of Germany (and maybe even partly in today's society?!) it was not easy for Elisabeth to win independence and to fulfill her dreams while acting against what society considers as acceptable and the norm. Despite having a strong yearning for growing the family business, she did not make the issue all about money and financial success, but was able to make decisions that would ultimately benefit everyone involved. Even when her brother, as the dark, unstable, character in the story, disappointed her over and over again, she kept giving him chances and was willing to forgive and then was able to cut her losses and start over again. I found her courage and perseverance inspirational. Would definitely recommend it.

I really loved this story and couldn't put it down. Its so true to life and the people who were willing to share their lives together helping others less fortunate. Success for a young lady that never gave up her dreams and changes the whole town

I found the story both addictive and full of anecdotes. I couldn't put it down for long, I needed to find out what happens next. Wonderful book.

Developed a strong female central who survived and flourished with the support of others, female and intuitive respectful men, in the face of patriarchal, inept males who had societal priority and control of her finances. Surprising twists revealed her intelligence and natural ability to persevere and overcome the greed and ineptness of the men and society that endeavoured to wear her down and dominate the family inherited wealth. This story evoked feelings of despair, disbelief and glee .

Not my usual read but enjoyed it. Somewhat far fetched, it was set in the 1300s but could have been the 1800s as things didn't really change much for women until fairly recently. A very admirable heroin.