When Hope Sank

"Intriguing from page one, When Hope Sank pulls you into a world of tragedy, hard decisions, real-to-life emotions, and the tenderest of romances. Weimer sprinkles painful circumstances with the perfect dose of hope. Don’t miss this beautifully told historical tale."
—Hannah Linder, award-winning author of Beneath His Silence and Garden of the Midnights

"Peril and adventure are woven with a fine hand for detail into a satisfyingly sweet love story in this Civil War-era tale. Weimer’s passion for history shines through and does not disappoint!"
—Shannon McNear, 2014 RITA® finalist, 2021 SELAH winner, and author of the Daughters of the Lost Colony series

"Denise Weimer has penned a poignant tale of tragedy, intrigue, and romance that will keep readers turning the pages. Her attention to detail immerses the reader in the time period. Action scenes are balanced with emotions and reactions that leave the reader pulling for the characters. It’s a well-written historical romance spawned from the pages of history."
—Pegg Thomas, award-winning novelist

"When Hope Sank is a poignant romance that will captivate you to the very end. Daring rescues, a love triangle, and the perfect mix of espionage and danger help bring the destruction of the steamboat Sultana to light. Filled with hope and faith, When Hope Sank reminds us to love as Christ loves and that sometimes family can be found in the unlikeliest of places."
—Candice Sue Patterson, author of When the Waters Came and Saving Mrs. Roosevelt

"Denise Weimer’s captivating tale, set during the aftermath of the Civil War, has startlingly contemporary meaning. When Hope Sank is a well-written journey through the past to a highly desirable destination readers still seek today—the triumph of good over evil, faith over doubt, and sacrifice instead of selfishness."
—Rhonda Dragomir, award-winning author of When the Flames Ravaged