Author of contemporary novels with engaging storytelling & fast paced plots
The Resilience Of Red Thread
In Marshall-Smith’s thriller, a young mother and her daughter flee an abusive husband, only to wind up in an even more dangerous predicament. Twenty-one-year-old Emily Miller runs a small day care for preschoolers while hiding out from her violent husband, Lee. After he puts Emily in the hospital for the second time, she obtains a restraining order against him.
“chilling...attention-grabbing”
"enough excitement to keep the pages turning"
The Resilience Of Red Thread
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Catherine Marshall Smith talks about her new novel, The Resililence of Red Thread on the Behind the Books podcast.
Catherine Marshall Smith talks about her new novel, The Resililence of Red Thread in an intriguing and heartful discussion with Connie Sommer and others on Zoom
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American Family
Catherine Marshall Smith portrays American families, highlighting their complexities and resilience. Her narratives explore love, conflict, and support in diverse familial dynamics. The work reflects evolving family structures, emphasizing connection and understanding amid challenges. Through keen observation, she reveals the ordinary and profound moments of family life, showcasing shared values and traditions that provide strength in a changing society.
What readers say…
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What is in the best interest of the child? Who decides this?
A solid first novel. As a former Family Court mediator I felt Catherine captured the anguish of child custody battles particularly how these battles can tear a child in two. It is a tale of redemption, loss and forgiveness. Well done!
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Characters that pull you in
American Family asks the essential question - what makes a family? You will fall in love with the characters, especially 10-year old Brady. I loved how Marshall Smith handled the two opposing sides of the custody battle - you see them all as real people, who care deeply for this little girl and are motivated to act for her best interests. No flat characters or easy cliches - these are real lives, full of regrets, mistakes, and hopefulness. I kept wanting to read, and found myself missing the characters when I was done.
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Book Clubbers: A Terrific Book for Discussion
Reminiscent of "House of Sand and Fog," Marshall Smith's "American Family" artistically offers up an emotionally-wrenching family tug-of-war with no villains and no heroes, no perfect right and wrong outcomes. Just when you thought you knew your own heart and who to root for in the custody battle for a precocious yet vulnerable young girl, the rug is whipped out from under you. Marshall Smith is a talented story teller with a flair for the turn of a phase. I thought so highly of this book, I gifted it to my two sisters!
Catherine Marshall-Smith realized her calling to be an author after many years teaching 6th grade writing. She published her debut novel, American Family, in 2016, and the novel has sold internationally. She is guest-featured in several writing websites. The Resilience of Red Thread is her second novel.