Reviews & Endorsements

The Romance Reader’s Connection loves “The Moon in the Mango Tree”

Living at the peak of the women’s movement in the Roaring Twenties, Barbara is torn between following her dreams to study and perform opera and her love for a man. Choosing her love leads her to the other side of the world to the jungles of Siam where her husband serves as a missionary doctor for the local people. While she is there, Barbara learns what is expected of her as a missionary wife and falls in love with the people and their culture. She struggles to find purpose in her own life and to satisfy the sadness in letting go of her desire. The Moon In The Mango Tree is based on a true story that chronicles a woman’s journey through her life trying to make all of the pieces fit, and to satisfy everyone, including herself.

THE MOON IN THE MANGO TREE is a sweet love story that will stay with you long after you place the book down. Young Barbara struggles with her desire to pursue a career and the desires of the heart with her husband. When she chooses to follow love, and ends up in the wild jungles of Siam, the toll that daily life takes on her heart emulates through the pages. You feel the oppressive heat of the jungle, the furious love between a man and a woman, and the feelings of loneliness from living with a man who is bound by duty to give his all to his patients while having little left to give at home. Placed in a time of fun, loud parties, and impressive party guests, THE MOON IN THE MANGO TREE makes you feel like you have stepped back in time, and right into the action. This book will leave an impression on your mind and an imprint in your heart. Pamela Binnings Ewen did an amazing job. Her Grandmother would be proud!
(Kathy Fisher, The Romance Reader’s Connection)