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This Charleston native's works explore West Virginia history through fiction. Her extensive research and unique writing process, especially with the Beulah Quintet, demonstrate a powerful dedication to her craft. It's fascinating how Settle was able to weave together a narrative of family, kinship, and the broader historical context of her home state.
Her life, marked by her travels and experiences, such as joining the Women's Auxiliary Air Force during World War II and living in places like London, Paris, and Rome, added a global dimension to her writing. Yet, the return to her ancestral home solidified a personal connection with her material.
