Living in an antique home for 35 years gave me every opportunity to research its past. Imagine my delight upon finding that a bonafide opera star had resided at my address at the turn of the 20th century! Digging into the bones of her life led to my debut historical novel, Rocky Nook Tea Room. It gives an intriguing glimpse into the era of the great flu pandemic, prohibition, and the roaring twenties. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed uncovering everything about Gertrude and her illicit love affair!