The story of Amelia McCrary and Clem Henry was Providential from the start. Having met under difficult circumstances when they were very young, they find themselves bound by sadness and facing trying times. Because of this bond and their faith, they quickly renew their friendship and discover they have deeper feelings than just that of friends.
I enjoyed this sweet romance and the wisdom and care shown to Amelia and her cousin in helping them overcome their grief. Here are a few of my favorite quotes and sage pieces of advice.
“Grief is one thing, but self-pity is another. You are allowed to grieve.”
“I don’t understand why some die in what seems untimely ways, but I do know those remaining have purpose.”
“… focus on life instead of death.”
Thank you to the author for a copy of the book. I was not required to write a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
About the Book:
In the autumn of 1878, the South prays for a frost to end the yellow fever epidemic. The railroads continue to expand, extinguishing the former glory of the steamboat era. Clem Henry and Amelia McCrary meet on a train.
Amelia and her cousin are refugees, running from the yellow fever. Clem is a special sketch artist and writer for the newspapers. There’s something familiar about each of them, but they can’t grasp where they might have met. When unexpected circumstances take them to the small community of Resolution, their focus changes to their surroundings. There’s something unusual about the community. This detour could forever change their lives.
Will they find life in the midst of death?
Will they find love amid the fear?
Will God send them something unexpected?
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