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Annie's Song

Annie's Song

Historical FictionHistorical Romance
Pages
416
Published
1996
Language
English

Synopsis

Annie Trimble lives a solitary life, misunderstood by her town due to her affliction. When Alex Montgomery learns his brother has wronged Annie, he agrees to marry her and raise her child as his own, driven by guilt. He never expects to fall for Annie's gentle spirit and unique view of the world. Alex is determined to break through her silence, hoping to heal her and find healing himself in the sweet sound of Annie's love.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

EmotionalHeartwarmingHopeful
Marriage of ConvenienceRedemption ArcSecond Chance

Genres

Historical Fiction Historical Romance Romance History

About the author

C
Catherine Anderson

Adeline Catherine was born on 22 December 1948 in in Grants Pass, Oregon, USA. She always yearned to be a writer like her mother. The morning that one of her professors asked if she could use samples of Catherine’s creative writing on an overhead projector to teach was a dream come true. In 1988, she sold her first book to Harlequin Intrigue and went on to write three more before she tried her hand at a single-title historical romance. Nine books later, she did her first single-title contemporar...

Characters

Annie TrimbleProtagonist
Alex MontgomeryProtagonist
Montgomery's younger brotherAntagonist
All characters in Annie's Song

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Annie's Song need to be read in order?

    Annie's Song is a standalone novel and does not require reading any other books by Catherine Anderson beforehand. It features a complete story arc for its main characters.

  • How does Annie's Song compare to Catherine Anderson's other books?

    Annie's Song is often cited by readers as one of Catherine Anderson's most emotionally impactful and beloved works, particularly for its sensitive portrayal of a protagonist with a disability. It shares her characteristic focus on strong heroines and redemptive love stories.

  • Is Annie's Song based on a true story?

    While the story itself is fictional, Catherine Anderson has mentioned that the inspiration for Annie's unique communication style came from observing individuals with selective mutism and other communication challenges.

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