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Waiting for Summer's Return

By: Kim Vogel Sawyer
Narrated by: Barbara Caruso
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Summary
 Suddenly all alone in 1894 Kansas, Summer Steadman can't find the employment she needs to settle near the fresh graves of her husband and four children. Bitter against the Lord and refusing to eat, she collapses in despair. Remembering his own painful loss, godly widower Peter Ollenbuger offers her food and shelter for tutoring his 10-year-old son.

Kim Vogel Sawyer has penned an inspiring debut novel whose unforgettable characters resonate with emotional intensity and compelling authenticity.

 Christian Fiction Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance

Critic Reviews

"Fans of historical prairie stories will feel at home with Sawyer's warm and tender voice." (Romantic Times)
"This outstanding inspirational story reveals true faith and love that transcend grief and prejudice." (Historical Novels Review)
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I absolutely loved this book! So wholesome, easy to follow and loved the voice narrating.

Beautiful story

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the way the bible is intertwined into the story. a beautiful description on love as it blossoms.

a story that embraced grief

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