“Repentance was beautiful to behold, much like the early spring flowers taking advantage of the warm late-February days.”
This book with its skillful descriptions, captivating plot and encouraging spiritual lessons is not to be missed.
Kizzie McAdams has made a mess of her life. Her only hope is to turn to her Savior and God does not disappoint. She is resilient, brave and has a heart for those in challenging circumstances. God sends help in the form of Nella and Joshua Chapelle and then Mrs. Carter and Victoria and Noah Lewis.
The author does a stellar job of depicting the struggles Kizzie goes through and shows her integrity winning out in the end.
The hero, Noah, is upstanding in character and tries hard to right the wrongs he is confronted with. The story was rich in the atmosphere of Appalachia and described a mill town and the difficulties of the early 1910s. There is something for every history lover including danger and corruption as well as an appealing romance that has the requisite closet kiss that Ms. Basham is known for.
Ms. Basham wonderfully mixes the history of her ancestor Kizzie with a believable fictional tale that is sure to warm your heart. This was an exceptional book that I will long remember.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Review Crew and NetGalley. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are mine alone.” 5 stars and a strong faith thread
BackCover Blurb:
An Appalachian Girl Seeks a Place to Belong
Return to the mountains of 1910s Appalachia with beloved author Pepper Basham to discover Kizzie McAdams's story.
Kizzie McAdams spent her childhood longing to see beyond the mountains of home, but when her job as a servant in a landowner’s house results in an unplanned pregnancy, her world tips into uncertainty and heartbreak. Disowned by her father, she seeks comfort in the arms of the man who promises to take care of her, but his support is conditional and inconsistent. She finds acceptance in the home of a nearby family who not only offer Kizzie friendship but point her to a deeper understanding of God’s love.
Despite her change of heart, her status as a social outcast brings with it continued threats and alienation so she flees her past in hopes of starting over in a nearby town. But her new world carries many of the same prejudices as the old. It also brings the unexpected friendship of businessman Noah Lewis, a man who lives with the same desire as Kizzie for helping the marginalized.
Unfortunately, Kizzie and Noah’s attempts to help those in need pit them against Noah’s elder brother, a powerful mill owner who holds control of the family finances. Is Kizzie and Noah’s growing romance strong enough to battle family power, social expectations, and Kizzie’s past to capture their happy ending? And when Kizzie’s first love returns to claim her, which future will she choose?
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