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Through family hardship, fire, love, and loss, the novel weaves faith into pioneer life and invites readers to deeper reflection on God&rsquo;s providence and the Blessed Virgin&rsquo;s care.</p>\n<!-- Conversion Bullets -->\n<ul style=\"margin: 1.5rem 0; padding-left: 1.25rem;\">\n<li>Historical fiction grounded in real Catholic events and authentic Church‑approved Marian apparition testimony</li>\n<li>Follows a young protagonist&rsquo;s journey of faith amid hardship, family struggle, and frontier life</li>\n<li>Introduces readers to Our Lady of Good Help, the only approved Marian apparition in the United States</li>\n<li>Combines historical setting with spiritual insight, making faith accessible within narrative form</li>\n<li>Appeals to adults and young adults seeking enriching Catholic fiction and cultural history</li>\n</ul>\n<!-- FAQs -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin-top: 2rem;\">FAQs</h3>\n<p><strong>Q: What is this novel about?</strong><br />A: It tells the story of Slainie, a pioneer girl during the Civil War era, whose life and faith are transformed as she encounters the story of America&rsquo;s first Church‑approved Marian apparition at Champion, Wisconsin.</p>\n<p><strong>Q: Is this book based on real events?</strong><br />A: Yes, it uses factual elements, including the only Marian apparition approved by the Catholic Church in the United States, Our Lady of Good Help, woven into a historical narrative.</p>\n<p><strong>Q: Who will enjoy this book?</strong><br />A: This novel is suitable for Catholic readers, young adults, families, and those who appreciate historical fiction that integrates real faith events with engaging storytelling.</p>\n<p><strong>Q: Does the book explore spiritual themes?</strong><br />A: Yes, it addresses faith, divine providence, the Blessed Virgin&rsquo;s care, and perseverance in trials, offering spiritual reflection within the context of daily pioneer life.([turn0search0](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-woman-in-the-trees-a-novel-about-america-s-first-approved-marian-apparition/))</p>\n<p><strong>Q: Is this book suitable for group discussion?</strong><br />A: Yes, its narrative richness and historical basis make it a good choice for parish book clubs, family reading, and small‑group discussion on faith and history.</p>\n<!-- Intended Audience -->\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; 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Its written very well. Some parts are intense I agree and would also wait until age 11 or 12 to read it. I am blessed enough to live in Wisconsin temporarily and was able to visit the apparition site and shrine. I highly recommend making the pilgrimage.","date":"May 24th 2023"},{"name":"HELEN L.","rating":"5","title":"Excellent read","text":"Book given to 5th and 6th grade Catholic school students. Teacher and student report is extremely positive.","date":"Mar 18th 2023"},{"name":"CAROL W.","rating":"4","title":"interesting story","text":"The story is well-researched and interesting. I found the connections with other historical events like the Civil War especially interesting. The experiences of the Belgian immigrant family gave me an appreciation for all the sacrifices made to start a new life in America by these early pioneers.","date":"Mar 17th 2023"},{"name":"tom s.","rating":"5","title":"Woman in the Trees","text":"Living near the Shrine of O L O G H and knowing the history of the fire and the apparition, really made the story entertaining. Enjoyable story, wonderful characters, and will recommend to others to read.","date":"Oct 27th 2022"},{"name":"OLIVIA P.","rating":"5","title":"Great!","text":"Great novel for young adults","date":"Oct 26th 2022"},{"name":"Margaret T.","rating":"5","title":"The Woman in the Trees","text":"This was a compelling and realistic novel about the comparatively little known apparition of Our Lady during the mid-1800;s in Wisconsin. It appeals both to teens and adults. 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The Woman in the Trees, A Novel About America’s First Approved Marian Apparition

By Theoni Bell · Published by TAN Books

Overview

The Woman in the Trees, A Novel About America’s First Approved Marian Apparition is a historical Catholic novel set on the American frontier during the Civil War era, following Slainie, a pioneer girl whose life is forever changed when she encounters the story of the United States’ first Church‑approved Marian apparition at Champion, Wisconsin, drawing on real events and Catholic devotion to Our Lady of Good Help. Through family hardship, fire, love, and loss, the novel weaves faith into pioneer life and invites readers to deeper reflection on God’s providence and the Blessed Virgin’s care.

  • Historical fiction grounded in real Catholic events and authentic Church‑approved Marian apparition testimony
  • Follows a young protagonist’s journey of faith amid hardship, family struggle, and frontier life
  • Introduces readers to Our Lady of Good Help, the only approved Marian apparition in the United States
  • Combines historical setting with spiritual insight, making faith accessible within narrative form
  • Appeals to adults and young adults seeking enriching Catholic fiction and cultural history

FAQs

Q: What is this novel about?
A: It tells the story of Slainie, a pioneer girl during the Civil War era, whose life and faith are transformed as she encounters the story of America’s first Church‑approved Marian apparition at Champion, Wisconsin.

Q: Is this book based on real events?
A: Yes, it uses factual elements, including the only Marian apparition approved by the Catholic Church in the United States, Our Lady of Good Help, woven into a historical narrative.

Q: Who will enjoy this book?
A: This novel is suitable for Catholic readers, young adults, families, and those who appreciate historical fiction that integrates real faith events with engaging storytelling.

Q: Does the book explore spiritual themes?
A: Yes, it addresses faith, divine providence, the Blessed Virgin’s care, and perseverance in trials, offering spiritual reflection within the context of daily pioneer life.([turn0search0](https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-woman-in-the-trees-a-novel-about-america-s-first-approved-marian-apparition/))

Q: Is this book suitable for group discussion?
A: Yes, its narrative richness and historical basis make it a good choice for parish book clubs, family reading, and small‑group discussion on faith and history.

Intended Audience

For Catholic readers and historical fiction lovers who desire an engaging narrative rooted in real Marian devotion, for families and young adults seeking spiritually uplifting stories, and for faith communities wishing to explore American Catholic history through fiction.

Key Themes

  • Faith and spiritual growth amid adversity
  • Historical Catholic witness and devotion
  • Encounter with Mary, Our Lady of Good Help
  • Integration of history, culture, and Catholic faith
Author:
Theoni Bell
Publication Date:
12/14/21
Product Format:
Paperbound
Pages:
224
SKU:
2033
Height:
8.50
Width:
5.50

19 Reviews

  • 5
    Wonderful

    Posted by RP on May 24th 2023

    I thoroughly enjoyed reading this novel. Its written very well. Some parts are intense I agree and w…

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  • 5
    Excellent read

    Posted by HELEN L. on Mar 18th 2023

    Book given to 5th and 6th grade Catholic school students. Teacher and student report is extremely po…

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  • 4
    interesting story

    Posted by CAROL W. on Mar 17th 2023

    The story is well-researched and interesting. I found the connections with other historical events l…

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  • 5
    Woman in the Trees

    Posted by tom s. on Oct 27th 2022

    Living near the Shrine of O L O G H and knowing the history of the fire and the apparition, really m…

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  • 5
    Great!

    Posted by OLIVIA P. on Oct 26th 2022

    Great novel for young adults

  • 5
    The Woman in the Trees

    Posted by Margaret T. on Aug 15th 2022

    This was a compelling and realistic novel about the comparatively little known apparition of Our Lad…

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  • 5
    11 YO daughter loves this novel

    Posted by Chelsee W. on Mar 23rd 2022

    My 11 year old daughter loves this book. She enjoys the time period it is set in and had never heard…

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