The Prayer Tree

by Annie Jones

Rosemary is an elderly widow who no longer knows where she fits in the world. Naomi is a recovering alcoholic still struggling with her demons. Gayle, supermom and superwife, knows she is a big, fat fraud-and is terrified she can't keep it a secret much longer. Lucy's biological clock has turned into a time bomb, just as her longtime boyfriend has dumped her. During one life-changing year, these four very different women come together to pray for their community, and end up helping each other confront-and triumph over-their disappointments and fears. Thought-provoking and emotionally-charged!

374 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1998

Reviews

[Maureen]

The power of sisterhood and prayer. From the first page you know the ending but the journey is sweet.

[Victoria H.]

I picked this up as a Library discard because of the intriguing title. Is a "light" read. Lightly engaging, lightly engrossing, lightly entertaining and lightly memorable. I would term this: a "cotton candy" book. It is sweet, but quickly forgotten and then you are still hungry for something more substantial. It doesn't leave a bad taste in your mouth, so its not a total waste of time, but there are more memorable, satisfying fare to be had.
I hate giving this kind of review, when I know the author labored quite a bit on delivering the goods. So, sorry Ms. Jones. But readers have the right to know what kind of book they are biting into.
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[Carol]

Very enjoyable story