Sonnets in Waking Moments

About the Book

The onset of the Great Depression beginning in 1929 and the subsequent World War Two was a period fraught by turmoil and uncertainty. On the world stage different political ideologies vied for dominance while the devastated world economy needed a permanent solution. It is against this backdrop of instability and crisis that Sonnets in Waking Moments unfold. Set in Canada and New York City, Sonnets in Waking Moments recounts the challenges of living and loving during the Great Depression. From Toronto’s Junction neighborhood to a convent in New York City, the characters are larger than life. Their individual stories create many memorable and inspiring moments. The novel captures the essence of social relationships and the culture that would eventually shape the years following the preceding decade. Defining moments include the first royal visit in 1938 by a reigning monarch to Canada and the lasting legacy of a rich and vibrant immigrant heritage as seen in the Irish history of New York City. Join Anna Agnelli, Ralph, Viola, Frank, and other personalities as they journey through the turbulent decades of the 1930s and 1940s in Sonnets in Waking Moments.

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About the Author

Joszann St. John writes across many genres and has published multiple titles. Sonnets in Waking Moments is her second novel. A prolific blogger and poet, her work is featured online and in many forums. Joszann is a passionate advocate of non secular topics; she credits her faith as the major influence in overcoming some of her previous challenges. A new and unique voice she is dedicated to inspiring and empowering others through her extensive body of work.