Kim Vogel Sawyer Boeken

Als Suzanne Zimmerman zeventien jaar is, raakt ze zwanger en wordt ze door haar moeder weggestuurd uit de mennonitische gemeenschap. Ze verhuist naar Indiana en gaat daar aan de slag als verpleegster, terwijl ze in haar eentje zorgdraagt voor de opvoeding van haar dochter Alexa. Twintig jaar later vraagt haar broer haar te komen helpen met de verpleging van hun moeder. Zijn verzoek houdt in dat Suzanne weer oog in oog komt te staan met een familie die haar nog steeds niet accepteert. Paul Aldrich, Suzanna's eerste liefde, is vastbesloten haar om vergeving te vragen, maar wanneer hij Alexa ziet, verandert alles. "Regen van genade" is het eerste deel in de Zimmermantrilogie, waarmee Kim Vogel Sawyer terugkeert naar waar ze groot in is geworden: romans over de mennonieten.

Set against a backdrop of decades-long loss, this gripping narrative delves into an unsolved mystery that haunts a community. As secrets unravel, the story explores themes of grief, resilience, and the quest for truth. Characters are intricately developed, each carrying their own burdens while intertwined in the search for closure. The book invites readers to ponder the impact of unresolved pasts and the strength found in confronting deep-seated fears. A compelling blend of suspense and emotional depth awaits.

Exploring themes of faith and redemption, the story follows Suzanne and Paul as they navigate their past mistakes and uncertainties. Their journey is marked by self-discovery and the quest for a renewed relationship, prompting them to seek strength in God. As they confront their doubts and regrets, they must decide if they can embrace a second chance at love amidst the challenges they face.

In Arborville, turmoil disrupts the tranquility as Alexa and Anna-Grace become embroiled in conflict and hidden truths. Faced with challenges that threaten their peace, the two friends must navigate their faith and seek the God of all grace, even as confusion surrounds them. Their journey explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the quest for clarity in difficult times.

"A famous riverboat singer poses as a slave owner in order to lead runaway slaves to freedom and save her own life in this powerful novel from the bestselling author of The Librarian of Boone's Hollow"-- Provided by publisher

Mysteries, family secrets, and the love of a true Father are found at the heart of this gripping novel from the bestselling author of Bringing Maggie Home Newlyweds Sean Eagle and Meghan DeFord are no strangers to pain and loss. As cold-case detectives, they know intimately the anguish family members endure after the murder or disappearance of a loved one. But when a new case hits too close to home, it threatens to pull loose the fragile cords of their young marriage. Sheila Menke was just a girl when her father left for work and never returned. An investigation revealed he had embezzled enough to start a new life elsewhere, but Sheila could never accept the court’s criminalization of her father. Meghan reluctantly takes the case, secretly fearing it will stir up buried feelings about her own biological father. And while Sean investigates the mysterious death of two young brothers, he longs to start a family. But Meghan worries that with a negligent mother and an absentee father as her parenting examples, she might never be fit for motherhood. As they delve deeper into the past, both Meghan and Sheila must choose to either stumble along the road of bitterness and resentment or walk the difficult path toward forgiveness and healing. When the cases begin to break wide open, these young women are poised to discover that while earthly fathers may fail, there is one in heaven who is a father to the fatherless.

"A Mennonite widower struggling to raise his mischievous boys becomes the unwilling target of the well-intentioned women's benevolent society in this heartwarming romance inspired by historical events--from the bestselling author of Freedom's Song"-- Provided by publisher

Secrets play a crucial role in uncovering deeper truths within the narrative. As characters navigate complex relationships and hidden pasts, their choices reveal how some truths can only emerge when certain secrets are preserved. The interplay of deception and revelation drives the storyline, exploring themes of trust, loyalty, and the consequences of honesty.

In the final book in the Katy Lambright Series, Katy’s friend Shelby decides to stay with Katy in the Mennonite town of Schellberg for the summer. Katy is excited but finds Annika, her Mennonite best friend, is not pleased. As Katy juggles her friend’s feelings, along with Caleb’s advances, she finds balancing her two worlds isn’t easy.

Set against a backdrop of spiritual transformation, the narrative explores the lives of three distinct characters: a woman destined for servitude, a child grappling with darkness, and a man who feels isolated. Their journeys intertwine as they confront personal struggles and seek to embrace a divine plan that challenges their existing beliefs and roles. Themes of redemption, faith, and connection are woven throughout, inviting readers to witness the profound changes that can occur when one opens their heart to new possibilities.