The Midwife Of Venice by Roberta Rich
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I've read the book and it grabs your attention and doesn't let go!
Roberta Rich has crafted an enthralling story that makes 16th Century Venice throb with life and suspense. It was released Feb. 8 Praise for The Midwife of Venice: "Not only did Roberta Rich transport me to 16th century Venice with its seductive tapestries of smells, sights, textures, and beliefs, she involved me in a poignant story of seasoned love. I don't know which I admired more - the wonderfully realized setting or the suspenseful story of Hannah and Isaac." Katherine Ashenburg, author of The Dirt on Clean: An Unsanitized History and The Mourner's Dance Follow Roberta Rich on Twitter You can order the book The Midwife of Venice at Chapters-Indigo.ca or
order online at Amazon.ca
The US release of The Midwife of Venice - February 14, 2012
Hannah will be forever etched in your memory
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August 6, 2011 News!
Today is the German publication date of Die Hebamme von Venedig.
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- Chapter One - free for you to read
- Ghetto Nuovo, Venice - 1575 is where the first chapter begins. Get ready for plenty of suspense.
Where you can hear Roberta Rich speak about her book
A personal invitation from Roberta Rich
"Invite me and I will come! I love appearing at book clubs. They are a great way for me to connect with my readers and say thanks for buying my book. I can be available to book clubs throughout Canada (Simon & Schuster will not be publishing The Midwife until Spring 2012) Monday through Friday, 7:00 p.m. to 11 p.m. (P.S. T.) Book clubs should have 10 members and a speaker phone or access to Skype."
Contact: info@robertarich.com
“What are People Blogging about The Midwife of Venice?”
What are people saying?
- Roberta Rich's bestseller The Midwife of Venice beats the publishing odds
- Roberta Rich has achieved the near impossible. In an age when publishers accept maybe one in a thousand manuscripts
- The thrill of adventure, the smell of blood
- Historical novels can open windows onto the past, shedding light on parts of society previously hidden from view. Already segregated because of their religion, and with their influence kept to the private sphere, the lives of Jewish women in Renaissance Venice were more concealed than many. Read more.....
REVIEWED BY SARAH JOHNSON
From Saturday's Globe and Mail - Saturday Read: The Midwife of Venice by Roberta Rich
- I just don't find myself particularly drawn to historical fiction books, but I may soon be changing my tune thanks to "The Midwife of Venice."
The novel is set in 16th century Venice and features Hannah Levi, a notoriously skilled, Jewish midwife, as our main character. Hannah lives in Ghetto Nuevo, the Jewish ghetto in Venice. One evening, she is approached by a Christian count to assist in his wife's delivery. He must bear an heir soon or else his entire inheritance will be lost to his two brothers. Hannah initially turns him down; after all, it is illegal for Jews to supply medical assistance to Christians - Regaling Roberta Feb. 24, 2011
- Posted by: Iris Walker
Have you ever read a book that touched, moved and brought you to tears? It may sound dramatic, but with no exaggeration, Roberta Rich's historical fiction The Midwife of Venice, set against the backdrop of sixteenth-century Italy, is that kind of book for me. (Read the first chapter here and you'll see what I mean!) I was extremely excited when a lunch invitation with the author was extended to me; I would have the chance to tell her personally how passionate I am about her book! - A Bookworm's World - The Midwife of Venice is Roberta Rich's debut novel
- Rich has successfully combined history, suspense and romance into a fascinating page turner. My only complaint - it ended too soon! But it looks like a sequel is in the works - I'll be picking it up for sure.
- Thoughts and Things promoting The Midwife of Venice
- jeffryv is blogging about The Midwife of Venice after buying the ebook from Amazon
Book announcement from Roberta Rich
The Midwife of Venice'At midnight, the dogs, cats and rats rule Venice. The Ponte di Ghetto Nuovo, the bridge which leads to the ghetto, trembles under the weight of sacks rotting vegetables, rancid fat and vermin... It was on such a night that the men came for Hannah.'
Dear Friends, Relatives, Lovers of Venice, Midwives, and Impatient Fans.
At last! The much anticipated labour is over. The Midwife of Venice is born. My book hit the book shelves, both actual and virtual, Feb.8.
Canadians may purchase the book through Amazon.ca or Chapters Indigo either as an e-book or trade paperback. Independent bookstores in Vancouver such as Ardea Books - 2025 West 4th in Kitsilano and Ben McNally Books at 366 Bay St. in Toronto will also carry the book.
American readers can order The Midwife on Amazon.com as an e-book or, I am told, through Amazon.ca as a trade paperback.
Sceptics and cautious consumers can read the first chapter on my website: robertarich.com before plunking down their dough.
On February 16th I will be reading in Toronto at the Harbourfront Centre.
On February 17th the Bonnie Sterns Book club is featuring a Venetian dinner where I will be speaking on February 17th @ 6:00 p.m.
The West Coast launch will be in the Spring.
Robertarich.com
West Coast Book Launch Tour is in progress in Vancouver, BC
May 7, 2011
Roberta Rich, the author of The Midwife of Venice, was our guest speaker on May 7th at Terraces on 7th.
http://robertarich.com/
Left to right: Barbara (me); Roberta; Ken
“My friends said "It held me captive!" "I couldn't put it down! Best book I've read in a long time!"”
Links about The Midwife of Venice by Roberta Rich
- Roberta Rich | Slopen Agency
- Advance Praise for The Midwife of Venice:
- Random House Canada - Midwife of Venice
- Category: Fiction - Historical; Fiction
Pub Date: February 8, 2011 - Amazon.ca - The Midwife of Venice - buy online
- A fast-paced historical novel set against the richness and squalor of sixteenth-century Venice and Malta.
This title was released on February 8, 2011.
You can order it now. - Bonnie Stern including Bonnie's Book Club
- Scroll down to Bonnie's Book Club
Bonnie Stern's guest will be ROBERTA RICH: THE MIDWIFE OF VENICE
Date: Thursday, February 17, 2011 - Random House, Inc. Author Events List
- Roberta Rich:Author Appearance
Bonnie Stern Book Club.
Info: bonniestern.com
Toronto, ON
2/17/2011 - The Midwife of Venice Launch Party
- Photos from the Midwife of Venice party can be seen here at this Gallery
- Historical Novels Book Review of The Midwife of Venice
- The Midwife of Venice
by Roberta Rich
Reviewed by Margaret Donsbach
The best opening line ever:
At midnight, the dogs, cats, and rats rule Venice.
“A meticulously researched page-turner!”
The Midwife of Venice - Kindle Edition
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The Midwife of Venice
Amazon Price: $22.75 (as of 02/22/2012)
Hannah Levi is known throughout sixteenth-century Venice for her skill in midwifery. When a Christian count appears at Hannah's door in the Jewish ghetto imploring her to attend his labouring wife, who is nearing death, Hannah is forced to make a dangerous decision. Not only is it illegal for Jews to render medical treatment to Christians, it's also punishable by torture and death. Moreover, as her Rabbi angrily points out, if the mother or child should die, the entire ghetto population will be in peril.
Meet Roberta Rich
I live in Vancouver, B.C. and in Colima, Mexico. I have one husband, one daughter, three step-children, tropical fish and many over sexed parakeets. When in Mexico, I nurture my husband, and my vanilla vines. When in Vancouver I try to keep dry.Follow me on Twitter
Dear Friends, Relatives, Lovers of Venice, Midwives, and Impatient Fans.
At last! The much anticipated labour is over. The Midwife of Venice is born. My book hits the book shelves, both actual and virtual, Feb. 8, 2011
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Fetching blurbs now... please stand byLove it! Great read.
GramaBarb says:
You will remember Hannah for the rest of your life. A few paragraphs into the story you are no longer a spectator but you are living right beside Hannah feeling her every emotion, smelling all the disgusting odors and hearing the baby cry. I had to stop reading after the first major crisis in Hannah's life as the images were incredible and unforgetable. I knew that the next time I picked up this book I would need the time to finish it in one sitting. As I was sure I would not be able to put it down. I was right! This thriller kept the midnight oil burning. What a powerful book! Read it!
I rate it 5 stars and adult.
Posted February 10, 2011
Sorry, not my cup of tea.
Rate it, if you dare...
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- Will try to grab the book soon. You presented it so great that I know I will enjoy it. Thank you also for presenting Venice is an artful manner. I will recommend this lens and the book to all who friends who want to experience Venice in their Italy vacations.
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