"“A rollicking page-turner, North Country captured my heart and imagination from the very first page. Sarah Branson’s storytelling shines with rich, narrative prose and heart-pounding pacing. She crafted a story of resilience and empowerment that kept me on the edge of my seat.”

—Heidi McIntyre, author of Sea Magic

“North Country is a vivid adventure read with a social pulse. It ignites the pirate in us all who wants to throw off inhibitions and go after what we want in life. This book is both loads of fun and inspiring!”

—Paulette Stout, multi-award-winning author and podcaster

""Sarah Branson weaves a high-octane adventure with deeply resonant themes of emotional growth, the search for belonging, and the pursuit of truth. I was drawn to each of the four main characters’ personal journeys of self-discovery and transformation.

Loved this read that kept me hooked from start to end!""

—Shail Rajan, author of The Summer Breeze series

""Sarah Branson’s latest novel, North County, returns Kat Wallace to another heart-stopping sci-fi adventure. Imagine a steampunk world laced with pirates and special interests. This is no world for a woman to navigate—but Kat does so with zest. Readers and book clubs seeking strong can’t-put-it-down sci-fi reading will find North Country filled with insights and vibrant encounters powered by likable, realistic women.”

—Diane Donovan, Senior Editor, Midwest Book Review

""Kat Wallace is in charge. But that doesn’t mean she’s in control. This ensemble piece moves thrillingly fast, yet Branson captures the subtleties of character and interactions between women with care. I could not put the book down. Kat has grown into a woman of emotional maturity, decisive and compassionate. I strongly recommend this book!""

—Annie Ballard, author of The Sisters of Stella Mare series

""One mission, four women, four life-changing outcomes. Kat Wallace leads her pirates deep into the frozen North Country to face bigots, guns, biffo thugs, and torturous Chinese agents. Sarah Branson writes with insightful depth about women entangled in complex and dangerous relationships. Another stellar swashbuckling novel about the pirates of New Earth.""

—Steven Savanna, author of the Hotel Exotica future crime series