Timber Lane Cove

Whispering Brook #6

by Carrie Bender

Omar and Sally are getting married. Nancy and Dannie decide to move to Timber Lane Cove to help the Taylor family. While cooking and caring for the seven Taylor children, Nancy dreams of her own home someday and writes letters to Andrew in Michigan. Dannie befriends Old Leo who is living in the hunting cabin in Byler's woods and takes his horse Silky for long rides in the woods and meadows. Join Nancy, Dannie, and their whole family as they experience daily adventures, life changes, and their abiding love for each other.

Genres: Fiction

156 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2003

About the author

Writing under the pen name Carrie Bender, the author is a member of an old order group in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. She also authored the Whispering Brook Series, Miriam's Journal Series, and Dora's Diary Series. Library Journal says Bender "leads readers to ponder the intimate relationship of people and nature."

Reviews

[R.A. · Rating 3 out of 5]

That was a sweet, simple read about Dannie and Naomi as they start new jobs. There's lot of adventure that goes on, making it an interesting read. I liked the horse bits the best, especially when the sleigh comes on the scene!

I like the story of Leo and his son as well. :)

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a lovely story! I will miss the Petersheims. I recommend this book to everyone ages 11+.