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The Dawning
What if you had the power to change the past -- but doing so would destroy your future?
Thirteen years have passed since the fiery explosion that killed seven people and shattered the lives of thousands more, but Amanda Martin is unable to forgive herself for her part in the tragedy. Deep in the hills of Arizona, she lets time pass her by, but the torrential rains fail to wash away her pain.
During a storm unlike any other, she goes to the aid of a woman caught in the resulting flood. After a daring rescue that nearly claims both their lives, Amanda has no choice but to offer the stranger the safety of her hogan for one night. The next day, she vows, the hapless woman will be out of her life and she will go back to her isolated, private world of regrets.
When the mud is washed away, a shattered Amanda recognizes her guest--one of the seven the whole world had watched die. The mysterious, compelling Sharon may hold the secrets Amanda needs to fix all the mistakes of her past, but Sharon is no ordinary woman, and their growing feelings for each other no ordinary love.
Originally written under the pen name Laura Adams, Karin Kallmaker's uplifting tale of sacrifice, redemption and all-too human emotions continues the story of hope and love begun in the critically acclaimed Night Vision.
Thirteen years have passed since the fiery explosion that killed seven people and shattered the lives of thousands more, but Amanda Martin is unable to forgive herself for her part in the tragedy. Deep in the hills of Arizona, she lets time pass her by, but the torrential rains fail to wash away her pain.
During a storm unlike any other, she goes to the aid of a woman caught in the resulting flood. After a daring rescue that nearly claims both their lives, Amanda has no choice but to offer the stranger the safety of her hogan for one night. The next day, she vows, the hapless woman will be out of her life and she will go back to her isolated, private world of regrets.
When the mud is washed away, a shattered Amanda recognizes her guest--one of the seven the whole world had watched die. The mysterious, compelling Sharon may hold the secrets Amanda needs to fix all the mistakes of her past, but Sharon is no ordinary woman, and their growing feelings for each other no ordinary love.
Originally written under the pen name Laura Adams, Karin Kallmaker's uplifting tale of sacrifice, redemption and all-too human emotions continues the story of hope and love begun in the critically acclaimed Night Vision.
201 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 1999
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Laura Adams
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Alternative name used by Karin Kallmaker , author of lesbian fiction
There is more than one author in the GoodReads database with this name
Alternative name used by Karin Kallmaker , author of lesbian fiction
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August 18, 2021
A sort of sequel if you will, of Night Vision with the same themes of paranormal/metaphysical, interworld beings and maybe a bit of time-travel!
Very unique, very enthralling - LOTS of philosophical discussion, which could annoy some people, but for me that stuff astounds me so I was all on board.
Highly recommended if you want something very different, and more thought provoking and into the heighten perceptions and abilities.
Very unique, very enthralling - LOTS of philosophical discussion, which could annoy some people, but for me that stuff astounds me so I was all on board.
Highly recommended if you want something very different, and more thought provoking and into the heighten perceptions and abilities.
May 3, 2017
I loved this book for the complexity of pain and the narrative of curiosity. Was even more glad that it seemed to serve as a sequel to "Night Vision" which I read prior to this book.
The author is one of my best and every of her books I read takes me closer to solidifying my whys.
The author is one of my best and every of her books I read takes me closer to solidifying my whys.
September 1, 2009
Kallmaker is off the charts
August 1, 2010
What a ridiculous waste of my time.
October 4, 2025
4 stars. Not quite as good as Night Vision but it was still good. It's a companion novel to NV so we're following new characters and I really enjoyed it. It's a very fast paced read, seriously I read this in about two hours. It's a bit somber just like NV but it didn't devastate me as much as that book did. I really wish there were more books set in this world because it is absolutely fascinating and provocative.
June 27, 2010
what's not to love - lesbians, native american lore and sci fi.
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