I like reading Suzanne Woods Fisher books, and thought that this would be an Amish story. Was very interested that it wasn't about the Amish but about Nantucket history. Really enjoyed the book, hope that she continues the story in a follow up. I was really interested in the characters and was upset that it leaves them before the story finishes. Would recommend this book to Romance or Historical fiction lovers.

I love a good historical fiction novel, especially one that is accurate, and The Light Before Day by Suzanne Woods Fisher did not disappoint. This story, based on Nantucket island was described beautifully. I could imagine the waves, the town, the beach, and the people. It made me want to take off on a vacation to Natucket. I enjoy a book where I am kept guessing as to what will happen next, or who will do what, with just a few teasers sprinkled in. Suzanne Woods Fisher did that job wonderfully. I really enjoyed the journal entries sprinkled in at the end of the chapters, and think the book could have had more of those. All in all a wonderful read, that had me thirsty for more.I'm looking forward to getting the rest of the books in this series and jumping into those stories as well.

This fabulous historical novel is third and final in the Nantucket Legacy series. This Quaker novel is stunningly written, with lyrical descriptions of the ocean and island. Nantucket Island has many Quaker families, yet we see this group of believers in Christ separated by political factions of the 19th century. There is also an underlying question: If one were to inherit a huge legacy of property and money, would they be happier, or better off without it?
Lillian Wain Coffin is grandmother to Hitty and Henry, fraternal twins. She didn’t really like them, or anyone, and was a lonely, bitter woman living in a huge museum of a home. Her investments and property are beyond the imagination. When she died, Hitty and Henry were stunned to learn she left everything to them. There are many conditions to be met for them to get the inheritance. If they turn down the inheritance, everything would go to a cousin of their father, the man who had stolen all the money from their six-year whaling voyage and left their father with nothing.
They moved into their grandmother’s home to stake a claim, even though initially planning to sell it. Henry had just returned from a 3-year whaling trip. An introvert who loves reading and writing, he is opposite his twin, an extrovert who loves being around people and hates to read. Hitty now runs the Cent School for children too young to attend regular classes while their parents are working. It costs a penny a day. The father of one of her students, Isaac, is an inventor, and she has very strong feelings for him even if he doesn’t give any encouragement. Henry has been seeing Anna since long before he went on the voyage. Anna is the teacher at the African school, and an abolitionist and integrationist.
Whether one is for or against slavery, or for or against integrating the African-American students into the Island schools, most don’t walk their talk, including the Quakers. These sentiments are at the root of much dissent.
Hitty and Henry have an impressive depth of character; I completely enjoyed both. They are so well-defined, I felt as if leaving old friends when the novel ends. Benjamin, the law clerk overseeing their inheritance, and Marie-Claire, his secretary, are enigmas, then Marie-Claire becomes like a dear little sister to Hitty. Daphne, their stepmother, gave Henry the journal of “Great” Mary Coffin Starbuck, their ancestor and one of the first settlers of the Island. Mary, wise and influential, became an 18th century mentor for Henry, a greater treasure than any monetary inheritance.
This is a fascinating novel with real people and actual events woven throughout. It is filled with love, drama, politics, courage, and romance against the gorgeous backdrop of Nantucket Island. Suzanne Fisher Woods has painted such beautiful scenes that I feel as if I were there, with the ocean breeze on my face and the sound of the waves. No drama is complete without discovery of treachery by one or more trusted people, and through these events and the unexpected huge inheritance, we see how people of faith can respond and ultimately transcend anything coming their way. Be prepared to savor Hitty and Henry’s story, appreciate the beauty and absorb the atmosphere of the Quakers who have found a home in this new land. I highly recommend this novel of faith and family!
From a grateful heart: I received a copy from the publisher and NetGalley, and this is my honest review.

Oh my goodness! I had no idea what to expect with this story. It's my first Suzanne Woods Fisher novel and I really enjoyed it! When I began, I was a little afraid it was going to be hard to follow with the thee's and thou's, but it wasn't at all. Normally, I would always read a series from the beginning, but this is the book that was available to me, so I just picked it up and started reading. I don't know if there are things that I missed from the first two stories, but I didn't feel as though I was lost in the slightest. This book is very well written, full of actual Nantucket history, adventure, sweet romance, and mystery. Discovering where true peace and happiness lie and helping a land they love so dearly. I truly enjoyed it from beginning to end. Now I think I shall go back and read the first two books in the series! And I will definitely be looking forward to what comes next from Ms. Fisher!

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This book was a great conclusion to this series. I loved the way the journal entries were at the end of each chapter. I loved the characters! I really enjoyed the whole storyline and how the author tied everything up at the end. All of the details in this story were great. This is a series that I would read again. I definitely recommend it!




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I’m the dynamic conclusion to Suzanne Woods Fisher’s Nantucket Legacy Series, we find Hitty and Henry are all grown up and faced with a whole new set of challenges! The Light Before Day is the long awaited finale and it was well worth the wait. Henry and Hitty have both come back to the Island because there grandmother Lilian has passed and left her entire inheritance to them, but with some extreme conditions. Not only must they remain on the island, they must also marry a Quaker in good standing who is a member of one of the founding families. If they fail to meet all of the conditions then the money will go go Tristram Macy, the person responsible for the death of their mother. As they both struggle with the immense responsibility that comes with the sheer size of the inheritance, they discover more about themselves then they ever knew. Henry learns to trust himself and make choices while Hitty learns about friendship, love, and loyalty. Fans of Fisher will not be disappointed with the conclusion, nor will they want to put it down when it ends!
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The Light Before Day by Suzanne Woods Fisher is a marvellous Christian historical novel with a dual timeline of the late seventeenth century and mid nineteenth century. It is the third book in the Nantucket legacy but can be read as a stand-alone. This has been a fascinating series that is grounded in reality as fact blends with fiction to enthral the reader.
The novel is about treasure - actual and literal. The real treasure is to be found within people, people whose hearts are in tune with God and whose eyes see others, and whose hands reach out to others. Bricks and mortar, earthly treasures can be replaced. People are priceless.
There is the theme of abolition running throughout the series. The islanders are against slavery but prejudice and injustice still run through their lives. Education is still segregated and has nothing to do with intelligence. It takes bravery and courage to face the authorities to take a stand. "We must be willing to make a stand against injustice."
The islanders are traditionally Quakers but not all worship here. The importance is that God is worshipped, not what domination we are. "God was not confined to a square room." God can be found in nature and in homes. He does not remain in a building. We take God wherever we go.
Family ties are important. Heritage is important. We need to gain wisdom and learn lessons from our ancestors.
The mid nineteenth century was a time of new inventions. Some of these are mentioned in the book and are fascinating to read about.
I have loved this Nantucket Legacy series. Suzanne Woods Fisher always writes fabulous tales that educate, entertain and inform. I cannot put them down. Give yourself a treat and escape to Nantucket today.
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The Light Before Day is the third book in the Nantucket trilogy by Suzanne Woods Fisher. I had not read the previous two books but this book is a stand alone. Henry Macy returns from a three year whaling voyage to reunite with his twin sister Hitty. After discovering they have inherited their grandmother's vast fortune they are even more shocked by the stipulations of the will. Being Quakers or Friends they do not want the money but it isn't so easy to refuse the fortune. How can it be hard to give away money?!! Aside cast of characters and a 100 year old rusty makes this an enjoyable book. I did struggle with the language of the Friends. It took me awhile to get used to everyone saying thee and thy. I also felt like the story was a little disjointed but that might be because I didn't read the first two books. I enjoy Suzanne Woods Fisher's books. However I'm not familiar with the history of Nantucket island and the lifestyle if whaling really doesn't interest me.
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The Light Before Day ( Nantucket Legacy Book #3 )
By: Suzanne Woods Fisher
The Light Before Day is book three and the conclusion to Nantucket Legacy Series by Suzanne Woods Fisher. The author is very talented and did a fantastic job on the story and the research in the time of our early country. I was proud to get to read the story about now grown Hitty and Henry’s story.They have just inherited their grandmother’s estate., but there is some strong ties that are attached. Can they full fill these requirements in order to keep the estate? There is also a journal by the Great Mary Coffin that makes this a split story. There is real life struggles and some laughs along the way.
I was given a complimentary ARC copy of this book, but was not told that I had to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.

This was a good conclusion to this series. I love the historical research that Suzanne Woods Fisher did for these books. So many of the issues that the people of Nantucket struggled with during the island’s beginnings have their counterpart in our own time. I’ve also enjoyed the “split-time” aspect of these books, and almost wish that there had been a completely separate book about Mary’s journal.

This particular book follows Hitty and Henry’s stories as they are becoming adults and their struggles to find God’s will for their lives. The storyline was interesting. The Quakers’ religion has been the focus of this series. We may not agree with all their practices or doctrinal positions, but it’s been a good reminder to take everything to God in prayer and allow Him to guide us.

Suzanne Woods Fisher is a great author, and I’m already looking forward to her next book.

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The Light before Day is the astonishing conclusion to Suzanne Woods Fisher’s Nantucket Legacy Series. This is again a split-time story, told through the diary of “Great Mary” (Mary Coffin Starbuck) of the 17th century, and Hitty and Henry Macy, 19th-century twins of Reynolds Macy. Two influential ladies of their respective times bestow two very different legacies. One brings blessing, the other curses.

Another perspective of this novel is a study of human nature, of the “haves” and the “have-nots,” revolving around freedom, money, and religion(Quakerism). Those who think they “have” are not always better off. Certainly, Grandma Lillian Coffin never was, for all her wealth. Another small example of “having” but being unhappy is Stephen Hussey, who as a Quaker, “possesses the Light.” According to Great Mary, “he could convince anyone not to be a Quaker simply because he is one.” May this not be true of us as Christians!

I highly recommend this book. Full of real-life struggles, well-researched history, and a few chuckles, this tale renewed my acquaintance with old friends and allowed me to meet new ones. (Team Anna? Team Marie- Claire? What about Team Isaac vs. Team Benjamin?) This is a series I will be acquiring for my paperback keeper shelf.

A wealth of extra material is included at the book’s end, including discussion questions, author’s note, and “What’s True and What’s False in The Light Before Day?” Fisher also refers to quite a list of historical resources.

So many great quotes. I am choosing to highlight some unique ones that tickled me.
“Decisions were difficult for Henry, small or big. Anna Gardner once told him that he was the only man she knew who could sit on a fence and watch himself walk by.”

“Quakers might be hypocrites, but we are not liars.”

I gratefully received a complimentary copy of this book from the author, publisher, and NetGalley. This in no way influenced my voluntary review. All opinions are my own responsibility.

From specific details about an inheritance, to conditions that must be followed, this story takes the reader on a journey including rules, religion, promise and hope for the future. The characters face challenging situations and deal with adversities in their own way. Another great story by Suzanne Woods Fisher. I received a copy of this book and this is my personal honest opinion. No review was required.

This was an amazing book from a super-talented author. The author has done a fantastic research work of a time period in the early years of our country. The journal that appears in each of the books of the series, gives wonderful insights on the thoughts of Mary Coffin Starbuck. And holds some important secrets.

Henry and Hitty Macy are siblings that have just inherited all of their grandmother's estate, but with many specifications which are difficult to abide by and absolutely required. The requirements are many and both must accept them or not receive this inheritance. Will they be able to keep those requirements? And how will this estate affect the future on the Island?

The author does a fabulous job on this book. It is full of history and the characters are wonderful and continued through the series. It is probably best to read the entire series, yet the author does discuss people from previous books to bring the reader to understanding of their roles and refresh your mind, if you have read the other books.

A great read. I love all of the books of the series!

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Suzanne Woods Fisher brings the Nantucket Legacy series to a resounding conclusion in The Light Before Day. I have been looking forward to the story of the now grown twins, Hitty and Henry Macy to see what trials and tribulations they would encounter both in 1840's Nantucket and within their own family. Grandmother Lillian, always looking to control her family even from the grave, provides a good amount of angst by leaving the twins her estate as an inheritance, complete with strings attached. Two of my favorite characters from Minding the Light, the twins parents Ren and Daphne, make short appearances before sailing off on one last whaling voyage.

I really enjoyed watching Hitty and Henry come into their own as adults. Henry the deep thinker needs a nudge or two making decisions and insecure Hitty needs help seeing herself the way others see her for the kind, caring and insightful person she is, despite her learning disability. Once again as in the other two books, Great Mary Coffin Starbuck's journal adds extra doses of history and wisdom that enrich the overall story and gives readers the opportunity to ponder what true treasure is.

The other books in the series provided a good amount of surprise events throughout the book, but this third addition waits until closer to the end to solve some of the mysteries involved keeping me on the edge of my seat until the last page. The Light Before Day is full of historical information about the Quakers and Nantucket Island I had never heard and found utterly fascinating. Fisher has done fantastic research giving the reader a quality entertaining story with a wonderful view of times gone by.

The Nantucket Legacy series has been one of the best historical series I've ever read and I applaud Suzanne Fisher for her amazing storytelling. I appreciate Revell publishers for making a copy of The Light Before Day available for review.

An inheritance came from a grandmother in Boston. Leaving it to Henry who has been on a whaling voyage, and his sister Hitty. With strings attached, they were to marry someone of a Quaker in good standing. Her brother who was brainy and loved to read while she had no patience for books. Neither liked the strict disciplinary of the meetings. Were either willing to except this for the money they would get, Hitty wanted to know what Henry thought. Somehow to convince him against it. His plans of seafaring turned out to be one of boredom and didn’t plan on returning. So to keep the inheritance was a must, now to convince his sister. A story of so many issues, the one of under estimating a value of a person. The expectation they want of a person :like Henry as an editor, what he should be writing. A lot of history of Nantucket went into this. One wonders if the old oak tree is still there. With the true treasure that Henry put there. A deep plot, very well done, the characters of Henry and Hitty come alive, as the mishaps happens, and they find their way. Given ARC by Net Galley and Revell for my honest option and my voluntary review.