an honest review.
A while back I read the first book in the "Appalachian Blessings" series "Miracle in a Dry Season",
and I knew when the second book came out that I would have to read it also.
The author Sarah Loudin Thomas is just wonderful, one of the best authors I have found
in a long time. She makes you feel like you are right there with the characters. This book was awesome, I just couldn't put it down.
The story takes place in 1975 in Wise, WV. That got my attention right from the start, since
I grew up in WV and we now have a farmhouse there. I also graduated from high school in 1976, so
that was my era. he he
Another thing that really touched my heart is that one of the main characters is a type 1 insulin diabetic. I know first hand what the struggles are with that, having a daughter that is a diabetic.
The book centers around Henry Phillips and his family. Two of the other main characters are a young
girl named Margaret and her diabetic sister. Margaret is Henry Phillips grandmother's caregiver.
A tragedy happens in the Phillips family that turns Henry's world upside down. It takes Henry
a while to realize that he isn't the only person around that has trials and heartaches.
It is a story about tragedy, but also of hope, family bonds and healing.
I recommend this book highly and know you won't be disappointed.
I've read the first one in the series too, Lecia and agree 100 percent that Sarah loudin is a fantastic author so I'll be on the look out for this one!
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Hi there, The book sounds good. That was my graduation time too. Also my husband is diabetic. Might just check out that book. Is it new or do you think I could find it at the library?
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Have a great weekend and a wonderful week.
Take care, Janet W
This sounds like a good one, will have to get the first one, then this one! I also love the cover!
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