The Worthams and Hammonds are as close as two families could be, sharing almost everything on their Depression-era Illinois farms. So when a raging fire breaks out and threatens to destroy the Hammond farm, both families are affected by the tragedy. But how did the fire start? Several of the kids know the truth, but no one is talking. As the families try to overcome aching loss, misplaced blame, troubled relationships, and an upsetting secret, they once again find themselves clinging desperately to their trust in God. In this compelling tale of faith, hardship, and community, acclaimed author Leisha Kelly continues the much-loved story of the Wortham family, who with courage and determination discover the power of forgiveness to restore and heal.
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Editorial Review
From Publishers Weekly
Kelly begins the new Country Road Chronicles trilogy with this novel, catching up with the Wortham and Hammond families on their Illinois farms seven years after Emma's Gift ended. Most of the Depression-era story takes place over two days, in which Thelma Hammond goes into labor, Franky Hammond gets into a mysterious fight, Rorey Hammond behaves strangely and the family barn burns down—by accident?—wounding Samuel Wortham. There's enough material here for a compelling story, but the overall effect is mediocre, as Kelly endlessly recites each day's incidents. (One recurrent theme: toddler Georgie pulling pans out of the kitchen cupboard.) While the characters face some challenging circumstances and hint at the questions those unearth, Kelly fails to mine the depth of these situations, resulting in a predictable story. The narrator switches every chapter, and the narrative voices are similar enough to lead to confusion. However, the strength of the small community of family and friends is refreshing, and Kelly picks up the pace toward the end to finish on a high note. Fans of the characters will appreciate the story's continuation, as will those looking for a simple, faith-affirming read. (Aug.)
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From the Inside Flap
ARC copy: The Worthams and Hammonds are as close as any two families can be, sharing almost everything on their neighboring farms in Depression-era Illinois. But despite their trust and faith in each other and in God, someone is harboring an upsetting secret-a secret that could bring trouble to their enduring friendship. When a raging fire breaks out and threatens to destroy the Hammond farm, both families are affected by the tragedy. But how did the fire start? Several of the kids know the truth, yet no one is talking. As the families approach the daunting task of rebuilding what was lost, their faith in God is tested yet again. Aching loss, misplaced blame, and troubled relationships stand in the way of forgiveness. Will the Wortham and Hammond families find the courage and strength they need to overcome such hardship? Or will this secret mean the end of a trusted friendship? Rorey's Secret is a compelling tale of faith, community, and redemption in which acclaimed author Leisha Kelly continues her much-loved stories of the Wortham family.
From the Back Cover
When all seems lost, out of the ashes redemption rises Determination and faith have kept Samuel and Julia Wortham and their family safe through many trials. Together with their neighbors, the Hammonds, they have much to be thankful for-health, home, and happiness. But in the fall of 1938, life on their Illinois farms takes an unexpected turn. When a raging fire breaks out and threatens to destroy the Hammond farm, the two families find themselves clinging to their faith in God. But as they face the daunting task of rebuilding what was lost, it seems that things will never be the same. Meanwhile Sarah Wortham is harboring a troubling secret that could reveal the cause of the fire, but she finds herself caught between a promise to a dear friend and the truth about what really happened. A compelling tale of courage and community, Rorey's Secret continues the captivating saga of the Wortham family, who with trust and determination discover the restoring and healing power of forgiveness. Leisha Kelly is the author of Julia's Hope, Emma's Gift, and Katie's Dream. She and her husband, K.J., live in Clayton, Illinois, and have two children.
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| Tittle: | : | Rorey's Secret (Country Road Chronicles #1) |
| Author: | : | Leisha Kelly |
| Language | : | English |
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