Rosa Linda Lippi, also known by her pen name Sara Donati, is an accomplished American author. She is well-known for her captivating historical fiction and romance novels, which she writes under the name Sara Donati. Lippi earned her PhD in linguistics from Princeton University and has used her education and passion for language to craft vivid and engaging stories.
Before becoming a successful author, Lippi spent several years in Austria, where she attended teacher's college and developed a deep appreciation for the country's culture and history. This experience would later serve as inspiration for many of her novels, including the Wilderness series. At the age of 17, Lippi received a scholarship from the American Field Service, which allowed her to live and study in Austria.
Under the name Sara Donati, Lippi has written several popular novel series, including the Wilderness series. This series, set in the 19th century, follows the lives of several generations of the Bonner family as they navigate love, loss, and adventure in the American wilderness. Donati's ability to weave historical details and cultural references into her stories has made the Wilderness series a favorite among fans of historical fiction.
In addition to her work as Sara Donati, Lippi also writes under her maiden name, Rosina Lippi. She currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with her family, where she continues to work on new writing projects. Despite her success as a novelist, Lippi remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She maintains a strong connection to her fans through her social media presence and frequently interacts with readers on platforms such as Goodreads.
Wilderness Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
Into the Wilderness
1998
2
Dawn on a Distant Shore
2000
3
Lake in the Clouds
2002
4
Fire Along the Sky
2004
5
Queen of Swords
2006
6
The Endless Forest
2009
Waverly Place Books
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
The Gilded Hour
2015
2
Where the Light Enters
2019
Standalone Novels
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Title
Year
Goodreads
Amazon
1
Homestead
1997
2
Homestead ( As: Rosina Lippi)
1997
3
Tied to the Tracks
2006
4
Tied to the Tracks ( As: Rosina Lippi)
2006
5
The Pajama Girls of Lambert Square ( As: Rosina Lippi)