Waterford author Spencer to speak at Norway library Feb. 8

NORWAY – Waterford author Robert W. Spencer will read from and discuss his book “Francena Hallett’s Heart: A Novel of Romances and Revenge,” from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St.
Set in Southern Maine in the first decade of the 20th century, the book is the third in the Lizzie Millett series, and follows dressmaker Francena Hallett who becomes caregiver to a friend who has suffered a damaging miscarriage. Francena sacrifices her search for love, happiness and professional success in the process. The book concludes a tumultuous and vengeful relationship between imprisoned murderer Aphia Stevens, Lizzie Millett, and her family.
Spencer draws inspiration for his writing from the beauty and history of the Oxford Hills. He has written three historical fiction novels as well as nonfiction articles for local groups. As a retired landscape architect, he draws upon his appreciation for both the natural and developed world to provide vivid views of the environment.