The

Hidden
Drawer

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In present-day northern New York, Mary Ann restores forgotten gravestones—quietly preserving names and lives nearly erased by time. But when she uncovers a hidden drawer inside a weathered stone, she discovers a secret that reaches back more than a century.

In the mid-nineteenth century, as the Underground Railroad moves quietly through New York toward the St. Lawrence River, ordinary people risk everything to guide others toward freedom.

The Hidden Drawer is a story of courage, memory, sacrifice, and the hidden histories that refuse to stay buried.

BJG

★★★★★
Historical Fiction at its Best

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2026
Format: Hardcover

I love this book! It’s a wonderful story with characters you will care very deeply about. I have always been interested in slavery and the Underground Railroad so I was pleased to learn that the area I live in was actually included in part of its history. I could tell that the author did a great deal of research to keep the story as historically accurate as possible. I recommend this book to anyone who cares about history or just enjoys a very compelling story that captures your interest from page one and keeps your interest to the end. I look forward to reading more from this author.
BJG

★★★★★
Well written, accurate and engaging.
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2026
Format: Hardcover

I live in an area where the Underground Railroad was very active. Many homes contained secret hiding places. So this book instantly drew my interest. By combining modern times with the past, it has added another layer of interest. Ms. Kimple has made her characters live and made them our friends. Very well written. Highly recommended.


BJG

★★★★★
Coming from a non-reader—this is a must-read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2026
Format: Hardcover

​I’ll be honest: I’m not much of a reader, especially when it comes to history or novels. However, some friends kept encouraging me to pick this up, and I am so glad I finally did!

​From the very start, the characters get right into your heart. You can't help but root for them. The plot is a total adrenaline rush; the excitement keeps you on the edge of your seat with every turn of the page.

What impressed me most was the brilliance of the plot—the courageous plans are strategically acted out in a way that feels both smart and high-stakes. If you’re looking for a book to get you back into reading, this is the one.


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About the Author

Candace Kimple writes historical fiction inspired by local history, forgotten places, and the quiet courage of ordinary people. Her stories often explore the past through family, memory, and the secrets left behind in the places we think we know.

She lives in northern New York, where old cemeteries, rural landscapes, and local history continue to inspire her writing.

Contact

Candacekimple.author@outlook.com 

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