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Past Forward #24-28
Past Forward: Volume VI
(Contains Episodes 24-28) Alone without friends or family to comfort her after the death of her mother, Willow Finley’s idyllic life is over—and just beginning. When Willow Finley awakes on a hot summer morning, she is unprepared for the grief that awaits her. Jerked from a life of isolation with her mother, Willow learns what alone really means when she finds her mother still in her bed, never to awaken again in this life. From the moment Willow arrives in the police station with her startling announcement, Chad Tesdall fights the friendship he knows he can't avoid. Follow Willow's life, Past Forward. The many changes that have taken place over the past few years slowly reverse as Chad and Willow find a comfortable groove for their little family. But amid the good and wholesome, something--or someone--foreboding lurks in the shadows, threatening the tranquility of their home and lives. When Becca feels threatened, Josh wants something done and now. In the weeks before Becca's wedding, Willow finds her life turned upside down by a very pregnant Aggie and her nine children--yep. Nine! Overwhelmed by the sheer volume of people and work, Willow finds herself struggling with more than just the excess dishes and laundry. Amid all of life's upheavals, the changes at Walden Farm continue, but when tragedy and loss arrive, they help the Tesdalls determine what is most important to their family, bringing Chad and Willow closer than ever. Volume 6 is the final volume in the Past Forward Series. Look for more about Chad and Willow in its sister series, HearthLand. Past Forward is a serial novel originally released in individual episodes.
393 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 24, 2013
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Chautona Havig
280 books1,871 followers**fingers skittle across the keyboard. Stop. Eyelids blink over the top**
Oh, was this bio day? Oops! I forgot. I was lost in my latest manuscript. Umm... bio. Yeah.
Hi! I’m Chautona Havig. (for those who care, that’s Shuh-TONE-uh HAVE-ig). Yeah. Just work with me here. I should have used a pseudonym, but when you grow up with a name like Chautona, it kind of sticks.
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near. ~ Hebrews 10: 23–25
Those aren’t just words on a page for me–they’re why I write. I write to encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ. The stories I create are to make people laugh, cry, question, consider.
They’re for you.
When the world screams for hope, I try to point you to the true Source of hope–Jesus.
Sometimes life in the church no longer seems a refuge from the pain of a self-serving world around us, but through my stories, I try to point you to the only Refuge that can truly help–the Father’s Everlasting Arms.
And sometimes we just need an escape from the monotony, the emptiness we see around us. We need joy, laughter–what I like to call “just the write escape.”
Christian fiction without apology or pretense–lived, not preached.
What does that even mean?
It means I care–about you. About your walk with Jesus. I care about the words you put before your eyes, the mental pictures those words conjure. It’s difficult to express just how much I love my brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s difficult to share just how much I love you.
But I do.
And I write for you. I sit in my little house in California’s Mojave Desert and I write to show you why one sister believes one thing, why a brother believes another. I write to show you how some Christians handle trials or triumphs–for you. So when you’re faced with something–good or bad, it doesn’t matter–maybe it’ll spark a memory. Maybe that memory will smolder until you pull out your Bible and see what the Lord said about it–about His great love for you. For YOU!
And maybe, just maybe, you’ll share that love with another hurting, confused, or blessed-with-more-than-she-knows-what-to-do-with soul.
I just happen to think that’s the most blessed giving anyone could hope to receive.
Oh, was this bio day? Oops! I forgot. I was lost in my latest manuscript. Umm... bio. Yeah.
Hi! I’m Chautona Havig. (for those who care, that’s Shuh-TONE-uh HAVE-ig). Yeah. Just work with me here. I should have used a pseudonym, but when you grow up with a name like Chautona, it kind of sticks.
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near. ~ Hebrews 10: 23–25
Those aren’t just words on a page for me–they’re why I write. I write to encourage my brothers and sisters in Christ. The stories I create are to make people laugh, cry, question, consider.
They’re for you.
When the world screams for hope, I try to point you to the true Source of hope–Jesus.
Sometimes life in the church no longer seems a refuge from the pain of a self-serving world around us, but through my stories, I try to point you to the only Refuge that can truly help–the Father’s Everlasting Arms.
And sometimes we just need an escape from the monotony, the emptiness we see around us. We need joy, laughter–what I like to call “just the write escape.”
Christian fiction without apology or pretense–lived, not preached.
What does that even mean?
It means I care–about you. About your walk with Jesus. I care about the words you put before your eyes, the mental pictures those words conjure. It’s difficult to express just how much I love my brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s difficult to share just how much I love you.
But I do.
And I write for you. I sit in my little house in California’s Mojave Desert and I write to show you why one sister believes one thing, why a brother believes another. I write to show you how some Christians handle trials or triumphs–for you. So when you’re faced with something–good or bad, it doesn’t matter–maybe it’ll spark a memory. Maybe that memory will smolder until you pull out your Bible and see what the Lord said about it–about His great love for you. For YOU!
And maybe, just maybe, you’ll share that love with another hurting, confused, or blessed-with-more-than-she-knows-what-to-do-with soul.
I just happen to think that’s the most blessed giving anyone could hope to receive.
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January 30, 2016
This was probably my favorite of this series. I didn't have to wince at things or wonder if there was going to be more description of "things" than I wanted to read. And it was a satisfying ending. :)
November 13, 2024
Great Contemporary Christian fiction 6 volume serial
This was a great Contemporary Christian fiction 6 volume serial book series. I was new to the "serial" style, and the whole thing took me just over a year to get through! The characters were heartwarming and the development of each person was amazing. There were some suspenseful situations in some of the earlier volumes, but the author orchestrated each situation to be believable. I'm enjoying reading this author's books, but I plan to choose a couple stand alone novels next! I was able to read a Kindle copy of this book, compliments of the author's birthday giveaway!(Which was extra special to me because 7/20 is my birthday, too!). This did not in any way affect my review. All opinions are my own.
This was a great Contemporary Christian fiction 6 volume serial book series. I was new to the "serial" style, and the whole thing took me just over a year to get through! The characters were heartwarming and the development of each person was amazing. There were some suspenseful situations in some of the earlier volumes, but the author orchestrated each situation to be believable. I'm enjoying reading this author's books, but I plan to choose a couple stand alone novels next! I was able to read a Kindle copy of this book, compliments of the author's birthday giveaway!(Which was extra special to me because 7/20 is my birthday, too!). This did not in any way affect my review. All opinions are my own.
April 8, 2024
Unique novel
Chautona has written story unlike any other novel I've read. Such a different way of life described in understandable and interesting detail that kept me going through all 6 books. Told in great detail, the life Willow created and drew others into is inspiring. I'm thankful for the great gift of storytelling that God has given this author. This is a must-read for all true lovers of reading.
Chautona has written story unlike any other novel I've read. Such a different way of life described in understandable and interesting detail that kept me going through all 6 books. Told in great detail, the life Willow created and drew others into is inspiring. I'm thankful for the great gift of storytelling that God has given this author. This is a must-read for all true lovers of reading.
November 30, 2025
Satisfying finish
Like visiting friends, this series welcomes the reader in to share life on a working farm, in a realistic small town, and in the context of extended family. Worth the read is such an understatement. It has been a blessing to “get to know” these characters and their places. Highly recommend.
Like visiting friends, this series welcomes the reader in to share life on a working farm, in a realistic small town, and in the context of extended family. Worth the read is such an understatement. It has been a blessing to “get to know” these characters and their places. Highly recommend.
April 5, 2019
This has been great
Reading of Willow and Chad's life has been an inspiring journey! These are so well written that I feel as though I have lived it with them. I would recommend this series, this author, to everyone! Thank you, Chautona, for great reads!
Reading of Willow and Chad's life has been an inspiring journey! These are so well written that I feel as though I have lived it with them. I would recommend this series, this author, to everyone! Thank you, Chautona, for great reads!
September 17, 2020
What can I say about this series but WOW!!!
A lovely story about Willow & Chad. Also their family and friends. My favourite genre of book. Family, faith, love also some mystery thrown in. Best CF series I have read in a while.
I'm off to read Aggie's story now by the same author.
A lovely story about Willow & Chad. Also their family and friends. My favourite genre of book. Family, faith, love also some mystery thrown in. Best CF series I have read in a while.
I'm off to read Aggie's story now by the same author.
March 29, 2024
Enthralling binge read saga
To quote a descriptor used for Willow, WOW. It was hard to say farewell to such good friends. This as so captivating that I sped through each book anxious to start the next.
To quote a descriptor used for Willow, WOW. It was hard to say farewell to such good friends. This as so captivating that I sped through each book anxious to start the next.
August 7, 2025
good story faith helps them over come loss and strengthen them to keep on going
February 19, 2014
WOW!!
These books have it all, love, hope, faith, courage, heartbreak, and suspense. I kept wanting more after finishing each volume. Read all 6 Volumes, they're awesome!
These books have it all, love, hope, faith, courage, heartbreak, and suspense. I kept wanting more after finishing each volume. Read all 6 Volumes, they're awesome!
July 16, 2015
Oh my gosh! As always, wonderful read! I loved all of these stories. Willow is a real person to me and she is wonderful! I love all of the Willowisms. I will be reading these again and again!
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