What if one journey could change the course of a young woman's life-and the future of a nation?
Eighteen-year-old Delia Nolan would rather remain in the comfort of her home in Fernandina, Florida, than accompany her determined seventy-five-year-old grandmother to Washington, D.C. But duty calls, and Delia soon finds herself immersed in one of the most pivotal moments in American history: the final, hard-fought campaign for women's suffrage.
As Grandmother Nolan joins the courageous women of the National Woman's Party in picketing the White House, Delia witnesses firsthand the sacrifices, determination, and resilience of those willing to risk arrest, imprisonment, and public ridicule to secure the right to vote. Along the way, she encounters remarkable historical figures, forms unexpected friendships, and begins to question her own beliefs about courage, justice, and a woman's place in society.
Set against the backdrop of post-World War I America, Picketing the President: Delia's Dilemma masterfully blends historical fact with compelling fiction, bringing to life the dramatic events that led to the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment. Rich in authentic historical detail and unforgettable characters, this coming-of-age novel celebrates the women whose perseverance forever transformed American democracy.
Perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction, women's history, and inspirational stories of courage, Picketing the President is a moving tribute to the suffragists whose voices helped shape the future.