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Julie Klassen, born in 1964, is a highly acclaimed children's literature author. Her works are known for their warm stories and profound emotions, which have won the hearts of readers.

The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

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The Silent Governess

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A Castaway in Cornwall

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The Seaside Homecoming

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The Tutor's Daughter

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Humor Romance

Book:The Silent Governess

Source: The Silent Governess

“She knew then that it was more important to be honest than to try to preserve the appearance of respectability. It was time to stop hiding, as Mrs. Denby had advised. And it was time to apologize to Mr. Hammond. To confess all and let the consequences come . . . even if that meant losing any hope of a future with him.”

Honesty Confession Consequences

Book:The Seaside Homecoming

Source: The Seaside Homecoming

“I need to hear the words of this book—its truth, forgiveness, hope—as much as anybody.” Nathaniel looked up with an apologetic smile. “I know I’m no great orator. But I ask you to bear with me as I fumble through this new duty.”

Bible Fairbourne Hall Nathaniel Upchurchiel

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“How long had it had been since she'd thought back on the evenings around the fire, number games at the kitchen table, or listening to her father sing? Too long. Yes, there had been bad times. And she had tallied them like figures in a column, not remembering to factor in the good. She had doctored the books.”

Life Lessons

Book:The Silent Governess

Source: The Silent Governess

“How rough your hands still are.” Embarrassed, she made to pull them away, but he held them fast. “Yet never have I longed to kiss any woman’s hands as I long to kiss these.”

Kiss Nathaniel Upchurch Margaret Macy Rough Hands

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“Mr. Upchurch,” she fumbled. “I . . . I must take my leave directly. But before I go, allow me to say how sorry I am for the callous way I treated you in the past. I regret it most keenly.” His heart squeezed even as he felt his brows rise. “Do you?” She swallowed. “I was wrong about you. I was wrong about a great many things.”

Regret Apology Nathaniel Upchurch Margaret Macy

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“We all of us die, Miss Smallwood,' he interrupted. 'But we don't all of us make our lives count for something. How much better to die saving another soul than to stand safe on shore and do nothing while others perish?”

Inspirational Sacrifice

Book:The Tutor's Daughter

Source: The Tutor's Daughter

“I found I quite enjoyed having you under the same roof. Being able to see you, hear your voice many times a day. I miss that.” His eyes locked on hers. “I miss you.”

Miss You Nathaniel Upchurch Margaret Macy

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“I love you, Margaret Macy. And there is something I need to ask you. Something I’ve asked twice before and am nearly afraid to ask again. The Scriptures say let our yes be yes and our no be no, but I pray, in your case, your no may have changed . . . ?” Margaret leaned forward and kissed him firmly, warmly, on the lips. Then she smiled at him, her eyes brimming with tears. “Yes, it most definitely has.”

Love Marriage Proposal Nathaniel Upchurch Margaret Macy

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“I remember everything about you, Miss Macy. Every moment between us—the good and the bad.” He chuckled dryly. “Though I prefer to linger on more recent pleasant moments.”

Remember Pleasant Memories Nathaniel Upchurch Miss Macy

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“Nathaniel Upchurch. Margaret couldn’t believe it. Gone were the pale features, the thin frame, the hesitant posture, the spectacles. Now broad shoulders strained against his cutaway coat. Form-fitting leather breeches outlined muscular legs. The unfashionable dark beard emphasized his sharp cheekbones and long nose. His skin was golden brown. His hair unruly, some escaping its queue. Even his voice sounded different—lower, harsher, yet still familiar.”

Nathaniel Upchurch

Book:The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

Source: The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

“He realized it was the first of January, the day many people began the new year with a thorough cleaning. A time for "Out with the old, in with the new." Could Richard do the same to his heart, his ways? He hoped so, God in heaven, give me strength. Help me become a better man.”

New Year Cottages Regency Marriage Proposals

Book:A Castaway in Cornwall

Source: A Castaway in Cornwall

“But I don't think any parent can expect to escape this life without disappointing his child at some point. And the same could be said the other way around. We all of us fall short now and again, and disappoint someone dear to us, or ourselves. Thankfully, my parents have always been the forgiving sort.”

Thinking Way Children Said Fall Parent Forgiving Dear This Life Disappoint Disappointing

Author:Julie Klassen

“Having been an editor for more than a decade, I thought I had a good idea of how much work was involved in writing a novel. I was wrong! Writing is a lot harder than I ever imagined - but worth it.”

Writing Ideas Novel Involved Harder Decades Editors Good Ideas Worth It

Author:Julie Klassen

“I have wanted to write from a young age, but working with so many gifted authors and editors over the years has taught me so much. I doubt I would be where I am today without that amazing experience.”

Writing Years Would Be Age Today Wanted Young Doubt Taught Editors Gifted Young Age Amazing Experiences

Author:Julie Klassen

“I found myself wondering, what would it be like to have a strange woman living in your home, nursing your child? My resulting research into the private lives of women in the 18th and 19th centuries inspired me and provided the backbone for [Lady of Milkweed Manor] novel.”

Children Home Found Wonder Novel Century Strange Research Our Children Inspired Your Children Private Life Nursing 19th Century Backbone Milkweed

Author:Julie Klassen

“For my second novel, The Apothecary's Daughter, my editor encouraged me to think of another unusual profession for a woman to have. That led to the main character, Lilly Haswell, who finds herself doing the work of an apothecary at a time when it was illegal for women to do so.”

Thinking Character Novel Daughter Profession Illegal Editors Unusual Main Characters Apothecary

Author:Julie Klassen

“I am asked to submit a 2-3 page synopsis to my publisher ahead of time, so by the time I begin writing, I have a fair idea of where the story will begin, the main conflicts, and the basic ending point. But that still leaves plenty of room for changes and discovery along the way.”

Way Writing Stills Ideas Stories Rooms Conflict Pages Discovery Fairs Plenty Submit Publishers Ahead Of Time Synopsis

Author:Julie Klassen

“In fact, with each of my novels I have been surprised by something that happens that I had not thought of beforehand.”

Has Beens Facts Happens Novel

Author:Julie Klassen

“I find research fascinating and always conduct some before I begin writing, and then fill in the rest as needed. I read stacks of books and also had the opportunity to travel to England to do more research.”

Writing Book Opportunity Needed Research England Fascinating

Author:Julie Klassen

“I've managed to include only enough historical detail to give the "flavor" of the time period while keeping the characters and story focal.”

Giving Enough Character Stories Periods Historical Details Flavor Time Periods

Author:Julie Klassen

“While researching my first book, I discovered so many fascinating tidbits that I wanted to share them with readers to remind them that while the book was fiction, the situations were based on historical realities - some of which were pretty hard to believe.”

Firsts Believe Book Hard Reality Wanted Fiction Situation Share Reader Historical Fascinating Hard To Believe

Author:Julie Klassen

“I received so many positive comments about the quotes that I decided to continue to use them in my novels.”

Use Novel Decided Comment

Author:Julie Klassen

“I believe a novel must first of all be a good story. My hope is that the spiritual message is woven in so well, is such a part of the fabric of the story and of the characters' lives, that it is subtle but meaningful. This is difficult to do well and is something I constantly endeavor to improve.”

Firsts Believe Wells Character Stories Spiritual I Believe Difficult Novel Messages Meaningful Subtle Endeavor Fabric Good Story Woven

Author:Julie Klassen

“My hope is that my novels reflect the reality of a world where good and evil exist, imperfect people make mistakes, but a perfect Heavenly Father offers forgiveness and second chances.”

People World Reality Evil Father Chance Perfect Mistake Novel Offers Good And Evil Making Mistakes Heavenly Imperfect Second Chance Heavenly Father People Make Mistakes

Author:Julie Klassen

“I would never believe it of you, my boy, regardless of the schemers your mother and sister turned out to be. You may not be the most clever boy, nor the most prudent, nor the most gentlemanlike, nor...Edward cleared his throat.Right! But you have a good heart, and I have every hope that with the proper education and mentoring you will be credit to the family yet.”

Believe Heart May Mother Boys Credit Clever Throat Be You Mentor Prudent Mentoring My Boys Good Heart Most Clever

Book:The Silent Governess

Source: The Silent Governess

About the Author

Born: 1964
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Quotes: 26

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Julie Klassen Books

The Maid of Fairbourne Hall

The Silent Governess

A Castaway in Cornwall

The Seaside Homecoming

The Tutor's Daughter

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