About this book
A Day of Fate by Edward Payson Roe invites listeners into an 1880 moral drama where a single day alters lives, testing love, conscience, and consequence in richly drawn 19th-century American settings. Combining elements of romance, social commentary, and sentimental realism, Roe follows a driven newspaperman whose ambition collides with quiet Quaker virtues, a mysterious past, and the small-town relationships that reveal the cost of choices.
Through evocative scenes—from the newsroom’s restless energy to the hush of the old meeting house—A Day of Fate explores themes of fate versus free will, ethical awakening, and the redemptive power of love without ever losing its human warmth. Roe’s keen eye for character and community paints a vivid portrait of Victorian-era social mores and the moral tensions of post‑Civil War America, while preserving a gentle, readable narrative voice.
Perfect for fans of classic literature, historical romance, and character-driven drama, this audiobook will appeal to listeners who enjoy thoughtful, morally engaged storytelling and period atmosphere. Listen for a compassionate, old‑world tale that balances suspense, sentiment, and moral reflection.
