The Great Forgotten K.L. Murphy | GSMC Book Review Podcast

Award-winning author K.L. Murphy joins Sarah on the GSMC Book Review Podcast to discuss her compelling historical fiction novel, The Great Forgotten, a moving story inspired by one of America's deadliest and most overlooked railway disasters.Set against the backdrop of World War I and spanning generations, The Great Forgotten brings readers to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1918, where a devastating train collision changes countless lives forever. Decades later, in 1988, a young woman named Ginny Campbell discovers an abandoned steamer trunk filled with photographs, keepsakes, and unanswered questions. Her search for the truth uncovers a powerful story of love, sacrifice, heartbreak, and the lasting impact of a tragedy that history nearly forgot.During this fascinating conversation, K.L. Murphy shares the inspiration behind the novel, her extensive historical research, and the challenges of transforming real events into an emotionally rich work of fiction. She discusses the real Nashville train wreck of July 9, 1918, the lives that inspired her characters, and the themes of memory, resilience, and human connection that drive the story.Sarah and K.L. also explore the importance of preserving forgotten history through fiction, the balance between fact and imagination, and the emotional journey readers can expect from this unforgettable novel.Whether you're a fan of historical fiction, stories inspired by true events, family mysteries, or novels that connect the past with the present, this episode offers an engaging look at a remarkable book and the history that inspired it.Tune in for an insightful discussion about storytelling, historical research, and the power of remembering those whose stories deserve to be told.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreviewBluesky: @gsmcbookreview.bsky.socialThreads: @gsmc_bookreviewGSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.