Sold on a Monday: A True Story of Heartbreak and Resilience

Name: Sold on a Monday: A True Story of Heartbreak and Resilience
Price: 1.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (51900 reviews)
Author: Kristina McMorris

by Kristina McMorris

Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

4.3 (51,900)

4.3 stars from 51,900 reviews. One of the highest rated Historical Fiction books we track.

346 pages~5.8 hr readPublished by Sourcebooks Landmark

$1.99KU80% off peak

Last checked: Apr 24, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You're drawn to historical fiction rooted in real events that expose forgotten corners of American history.
You appreciate slow-burn character studies where one decision radiates consequences across decades.
You want emotional depth without feeling manipulated; this book earns its heartbreak.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer plot-driven narratives with clear heroes and villains; this trades certainty for moral complexity.
You're looking for a quick, uplifting read; this lingers in sadness and regret.
You need a guaranteed happy ending; the resolution here is bittersweet and earned, not wrapped up neatly.

About this book

Set in 1931, this novel follows struggling reporter Ellis Reed who encounters a farmhouse with a sign advertising two children for sale—a desperate act born from the economic hardship of the Great Depression. The sight triggers painful memories from Reed's own family history. Reed photographs the children without intending to publish the image. However, when the photograph becomes the catalyst for his career breakthrough, the repercussions prove far more severe than he anticipated. Inspired by an actual newspaper photograph that captured national attention, the novel explores themes of love, redemption, and the unexpected circumstances that lead people back home.

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$1.99 – $10.07

Currently on sale at $1.99 — 80% off peak. Price has dropped 20 times over the last 5 years. Goes on sale roughly every 95 days. Typically stays discounted for 4 days.

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Currently #8,886 in the Kindle store — a top-10K bestseller. Sales have softened 126% recently.

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Currently 4.3★ from 51,900 reviews

Gaining approximately 131 new reviews per month. Reader interest is accelerating. Rating has remained stable at 4.3 over the tracking period.

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