As fresh snow and a new year arrive in Marble Cove, Beverly steps into her role as the town’s mayor. When a large news paper interviews Beverly about her victory, a figure from her past seeks an appointment with her. What will this visit mean for her newfound peace and purpose? Meanwhile, Diane’s latest novel takes a backseat when she finds herself writing about her experiences with cancer and discovers that her words have more power than she’d thought. Shelley’s mother makes a rare surprise visit, but her misguided efforts to make up for past failings threaten to shatter Shelley’s family. And Margaret is stunned when Allen is suddenly hospitalized. Will her efforts to bolster his health drive them apart or bring them closer than ever?
The friends’ campaign to save the historic train station from demolition receives a boost from an unexpected source, but will the clue they uncover open the doors to finding the elusive former station master?
Pam grew up within earshot of her mother's manual typewriter. Her mother wanted a career she could combine with motherhood and four children, and she made her first sale to Highlights for Children, when her children were in kindergarten. Her mother is the author of 20 romance novels under her own name, Barbara Andrews. Pam majored in journalism in college and later worked as a reporter. Pam married with with Mr. Hanson, a college-professor, and they created a family. Pam teamed up with her mother after the birth of her first child, Erik. They published their books under the pseudonyms Jennifer Drew and Pam Rock. For several years their partnership was long-distance, fueled by high phone bills! They make writing a lot easier these days. So does the fact that mom and daughter share digs in West Virginia, along with Pam Hanson's husband and their two sons, Erik and Andrew. Pam is also the director of advising for West Virginia University’s School of Journalism.
Another great book in Guideposts' Miracles of Marble Cove series. This highlights trusting in God for all of our needs and challenges, as well as the treasure of a few close, Christian friends. Real-life challenges are shown in this series, including breast cancer, caring for the daughter of a sister in prison, nurturing healthy marriages, age-related health changes, and playing an active role in knowing and understanding political needs. Worth the read.
Another excellent book in the Miracles of Marble Cove series. So much going on with the friends and their families! Life and relationship problems along with many joys.
Diane is in remission. Beverly is mayor and planning her wedding. Margaret's husband Allen has a health scare. Shelley must fight off her mother for custody of Hailey.