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The Healing of Natalie Curtis
Christian historical fiction
The Healing of Natalie Curtis
After a breakdown prevents her anticipated New York Philharmonic debut, classically trained musician Natalie Curtis spends years unable to recover her former joy in music. A 1902 journey west with her brother introduces her to Indigenous songs, dances, and stories that federal assimilation policies have attempted to suppress. Natalie seeks permission to document this music and eventually uses her connections, including access to President Theodore Roosevelt, to challenge restrictions on Native cultural expression. Based on a real ethnomusicologist's life, this novel suits readers who enjoy arts history, women researchers, western travel, recovery narratives, and ethically complex stories about preservation, advocacy, and cultural ownership.
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Mental-health crisis/nervous breakdown; depression and emotional distress; cultural oppression and forced assimilation of Native peoples; racism/discrimination; grief and unrequited love.
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House Berry Tea
A fragrant cup of tea suits rugged adventures and wide-open settings.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Competitive Espresso Martini
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Espresso and coffee liqueur give this martini a rich kick for the final round.
What you'll need
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz freshly brewed espresso, cooled slightly ↗
- 1/4 oz simple syrup ↗
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake vigorously with ice until well chilled and frothy. Double-strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish: 3 coffee beans.
- Glassware: Coupe.
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