Susan Meissner is a former managing editor of a weekly newspaper and an award-winning columnist. She is the award-winning author of A Bridge Across the Ocean, Secrets of a Charmed Life, A Fall of Marigolds, and Stars Over Sunset Boulevard, among other novels.
Praise for As Bright as Heaven A story of one family's heartbreak and hope. Strong [and] resilient, Meissner's characters step off the page and into history. --Lisa Wingate, New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours A family saga, coming-of-age tale, and riveting historical fiction all in one. A must read! --Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Orphan's Tale A thoughtful examination of life...somber, gripping, and illuminated with hope. --Kate Quinn, USA Today bestselling author of The Alice Network Traces of Little Women in the trials and fortitude of the Bright women. An affirmation of the power of love and duty. --Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrew's Last Stand and The Summer Before the War A fascinating historical novel and a beautifully written story of love, loss, and family. A gorgeous, unforgettable book. --Jillian Cantor, author of Margot and The Lost Letter