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MIRACLE IN A DRY SEASON
It’s 1954 and Perla Long’s arrival in the sleepy town of Wise, West Virginia, was supposed to go unnoticed. She just wants a quiet, safe place for her and her daughter, Sadie, where the mistakes of her past can stay hidden. But then drought comes to Wise, and Perla is pulled into the turmoil of a town desperately in need of a miracle.
Casewell Phillips has resigned himself to life as a bachelor…until he meets Perla. She’s everything he’s sought in a woman, but he can’t get past the sense that she’s hiding something. As the drought worsens, Perla’s unique gift divides the town in two, bringing both gratitude and condemnation, and placing the pair in the middle of a storm of anger and forgiveness, fear and faith.
My Review:
Spectacular debut novel! Book one in the multigenerational Appalachian Blessings series, Miracle in a Dry Season has woven me under its spell. Thomas writes with intricate detail, each measured word and phrase combines into a sumptuous feast of delicious proportion! There is an ethereal quality to the story that reminds me of a folktale. Such a pleasure to read -- its the kind of book where the words just sink into your heart and nurture your soul.
A compelling plot, memorable characters and a timeless love story all conspired to make Miracle in a Dry Season impossible to put down. And even though I've finished the book and started another one, I'm still basking in the lingering warmth of the inspirational message about forgiveness that is at the heart of the story. A memorable and uplifting read.
GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:
If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Miracle in a Dry Season please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email please remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday August 3 2014. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!
Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
Sounds like an awesome debut! I really love the cover! Thanks for offering your readers a copy of this one because I think I will like it! :)
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It's a different cover, isn't it, Laura? And totally fits with the story. Gentleness and strength all wrapped up into one image. Good luck!
DeleteIsn't it gorgeous? At first I thought it should be apples or eggs, but I LOVE the peaches.
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You'll be surprised, Janka. Very cool. Good luck!
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You're welcome, Karen. Good luck!
DeleteAfter reading your review, I am intrigued about Perla's unique gift and why that would divide the town in two! It sounds like a beautiful story and I love the cover. I have never read any of Sarah's books before, but will definitely be putting this one on my TBR list. Thank you for offering this book in a giveaway Kav!
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It's such a unique story too. Really exceptional. And this is her debut novel, Lori, so we we're getting in on her career right from the very beginning. Good luck!
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Here's hoping you get the chance, Danie. Good luck!
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This is her debut book and it doesn't actually release until August 5 so we're ahead of the game. Good luck, Melanie.
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I am really drawn to the cover as well, Patty. And it fits the story beautifully. Good luck!
DeleteSounds like a really good book. I like reading books based around the Appalachians. Another new author to add to the list. Thank you for the review and giveaway.
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As a reader I don't know which is more fun -- finding a book by a new author or a favourite author. I guess I just love a great story. Good luck, Maryann.
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Delete"... Miracle in a Dry Season impossible to put down."
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your blog so much. Thank you for this review. Would like to read this book by this new author to us! Kathleen ~ Lane Hill House
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Thanks, Kathleen. I think this is your kind of book too. Good luck!
DeleteNice review. Miracle in a Dry Season sounds great. Hope the library orders it. Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy.
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Oh -- thanks for reminding me that I should recommend that my library order it. I'll do that right now. Good luck, KayLee.
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It's a great book...leaves you with lots to think about. Good luck, Doreen.
DeleteI love the cover of this book. I would read the book based on the cover alone. Thanks for entering me in your giveaway.
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