GSEHD alumna Louella Bryant (master’s in Secondary Education) published her 12th novel, Sheltering Angel of Belleau Wood: A Novel of One Woman’s Life After Titanic, on February 12, 2026.
Based on a true story, the novel follows Florence Cumings, a survivor of the Titanic disaster, as she navigates profound personal loss during World War II. Set in New York, the story centers on Florence’s enduring connection to her two sons, who were killed in World War I, as she revisits the letters they sent home from France in 1918. Through those letters, Bryant brings their voices and experiences back to life while exploring themes of grief, memory, resilience, and hope.
Bryant is an accomplished author whose literary career spans historical fiction, mystery, and inspirational works. Her work is known for blending meticulous historical research with compelling storytelling, often illuminating lesser-known stories from the past.
Through this latest novel, Bryant continues her commitment to preserving and sharing historical narratives that connect readers to pivotal moments in history through the lives of ordinary individuals. Her success as an author demonstrates the power of storytelling to educate, inspire, and deepen understanding of the human experience.