About

Sara Donati

Sara Donati is an American author known for her historical fiction novels. Born in 1953 in West Virginia, she grew up in a military family, living in various locations around the world. Donati's passion for history and writing emerged at an early age. Her breakthrough came with her debut novel, "Into the Wilderness," published in 1997. The book was a critical and commercial success, launching the Wilderness Series, a multi-volume saga set in 17th-century Massachusetts. Donati's subsequent novels have consistently received high praise for their vivid historical detail, compelling characters, and evocative storytelling. Her notable works include the Isle of Destiny Trilogy and the Hidden History of the American Revolution Series. Over the course of her career, Donati has received numerous awards, including the Best Historical Fiction Award from Romantic Times BookReviews and the William Allen White Children's Book Award. Her novels have been translated into more than 25 languages, solidifying her status as a beloved and acclaimed author in the genre of historical fiction.

Book Series by Sara Donati

Wilderness Series

Into the Wilderness

1998

Dawn on a Distant Shore

2000

Lake in the Clouds

2002

Fire Along the Sky

2004

Queen of Swords

2006

The Endless Forest

2009

Waverly Place Series

The Gilded Hour

2015

Where the Light Enters

2019

Sara Donati Other Novels

Homestead (As: Rosina Lippi)

1997

Tied to the Tracks (As: Rosina Lippi)

2006

The Pajama Girls of Lambert Square (As: Rosina Lippi)

2008

The Sweet Blue Distance

2024

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