Raised in foster care and now the widowed mother of a little girl, Cara Moore struggles against poverty, fear, and a relentless stalker. When a trail of memories leads Cara and Lori out of New York City toward an Amish community, she follows every lead, eager for answers and a fresh start. She discovers that long-held secrets about her family history ripple beneath the surface of Dry Lake, Pennsylvania, and it's no place for an outsider. But one Amish man, Ephraim Mast, dares to fulfill the command he believes that he received from God-"Be me to her"- despite how it threatens his way of life.
Completely opposite of the hard, untrusting Cara, Ephraim's sister Deborah also finds her dreams crumbling when the man she has pledged to build a life with begins withdrawing from Deborah and his community, including his mother, Ada Stolzfus. Can the run-down house that Ada envisions transforming unite them toward a common purpose-or push Mahlon away forever? While Ephraim is trying to do what he believes is right, will he be shunned and lose everything-including the guarded single mother who simply longs for a better life?
The Hope of Refuge is a book I couldn’t wait to read. And to tell you the truth it was worth every penny I paid for it. Cindy Woodsmall is one of my favorite authors; her characters are always realistic and wonderful. Every time I read one of her stories it leaves me speechless and teary-eyed, her talent is just astonishing. As I read this book and became accustom to the characters, I felt as if I was standing there with Cara and Ephraim. Everything about this book was beautiful, the beginning and the end. I always love it when an author keeps you guessing all throughout the book, and this book does it perfectly. After I read the last page I immediately knew why the beginning started the way it had. Definitely read this book, it is a must read! Cindy Woodsmall did not disappoint with this one.
Have a blessed weekend,
Em<333
Completely opposite of the hard, untrusting Cara, Ephraim's sister Deborah also finds her dreams crumbling when the man she has pledged to build a life with begins withdrawing from Deborah and his community, including his mother, Ada Stolzfus. Can the run-down house that Ada envisions transforming unite them toward a common purpose-or push Mahlon away forever? While Ephraim is trying to do what he believes is right, will he be shunned and lose everything-including the guarded single mother who simply longs for a better life?
The Hope of Refuge is a book I couldn’t wait to read. And to tell you the truth it was worth every penny I paid for it. Cindy Woodsmall is one of my favorite authors; her characters are always realistic and wonderful. Every time I read one of her stories it leaves me speechless and teary-eyed, her talent is just astonishing. As I read this book and became accustom to the characters, I felt as if I was standing there with Cara and Ephraim. Everything about this book was beautiful, the beginning and the end. I always love it when an author keeps you guessing all throughout the book, and this book does it perfectly. After I read the last page I immediately knew why the beginning started the way it had. Definitely read this book, it is a must read! Cindy Woodsmall did not disappoint with this one.
Have a blessed weekend,
Em<333
*This book was purchased by me for my own collection*
I could really tell you loved it. I like the sound of the book, just so beautiful. Thanks for the great review!
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