AWARD-WINNING HISTORICAL AUTHOR AND EDITOR
THE SILENT WOMEN
Out now!
Recommended by the Atomic Heritage Foundation
A profound and often affecting story of resilience.
—Kirkus Reviews
Impeccably researched and deeply felt, Masih’s novel is a sweeping history of a remarkable woman living through an extraordinary period of American history. From the dust bowl to the making of the atomic bomb to post-war Florida, The Silent Women is a sprawling story of courage, clandestine love, war trauma, and resilience, and at its heart is the indomitable character of Song who you won’t soon forget. An immersive, wonderful read.
—Rae Meadows, author of I Will Send Rain and Winterland, a Good Morning America Buzz Pick
A beautiful, moving portrait of lives reshaped by war and its aftermath. Tara Lynn Masih is a tremendous talent. . . .
—Olivia Hawker, bestselling author of One for the Blackbird, One for the Crow
Sweeping, haunting, and impossible to put down, this story captures both the heartbreak and hope of a generation shaped by war.
—Chicago Book Review
Intelligently written and beautifully immersive, readers interested in historical fiction will love this book.
—Readers' Favorite 5-Star Review
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As the author guides the reader through Song’s journey, she delivers a powerful historical narrative that draws on her research into everyday life of the era, which is extensive and evident throughout. . . . A profound and often affecting story of resilience.
—Kirkus Reviews
Praise & Reviews
Beautiful and carefully written work that deftly searches below the surface for the personal feelings of the diverse characters and blends them with the oftentimes stunning outside world. . . . Luminous. . . .
—Kirkus Reviews
Masih's stories are minimally but skillfully detailed . . . giving extra weight to simple, recurring phenomena like water and color ("the evening's August melon light"). Striking and resonant, this collection should prove memorable.
—Publishers Weekly
See Upcoming Appearances
These are select upcoming events. To see full book launch tours and appearances, visit my ALL EVENTS page.
I hope to meet you in person!
October 23, 2026, 1:30-3:00 PM
34th ANNUAL CONCORD FESTIVAL OF AUTHORS
Concord, MA
AFTERNOON TEA BOOK CLUB APPEARANCE
This tea book club will be reading THE SILENT WOMEN and I'll be discussing it at this wonderful event, sponsored by The Friends of the Concord Free Public Library at The Fowler Library.
November 7, 2026, 1:00 PM
ANDOVER CENTER FOR HISTORY & CULTURE
Andover, MA, 97 Main Street
Come hear how rural New England, and specifically Andover, contributed to the war effort through facts and photographs, and learn more about the Manhattan Project's Oak Ridge, Tennessee, location, also called "The Secret City." Includes brief readings and Q&A. There will also be some items from the History Center's collections on display, as well as a few of my own. A limited number of copies of THE SILENT WOMEN will be available for sale, cash or check only.
November 19, 2026, 1:00-3:00 PM
THE CENTER AT DUXBURY AUTHOR LUNCHEON
Duxbury, MA, Ellison Large Side
Speaking about THE SILENT WOMEN at this popular event. Literary luncheon hosted by The Center at Duxbury, partnering with Booked and the Duxbury Free Library. Author talk followed by Q&A and book signing.
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