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Angels of the Appalachians #2
Erma's Attic
Erma’s Attic is a heartfelt and humorous tale, filled with historical facts, folksy phrases and amusing adages of the Southern United States.
When Annie, a young doctoral student living in Charleston, West Virginia, takes the advice of an elderly friend and spends a few nights at a farmhouse up Black Hollow Road, she discovers a journal in the attic. The aged diary, she soon realizes, was written by her dear friend, Erma, who had recently passed on over to the sweet by and by. Her friend’s memories transports her on an adventure that embraces involvement in the women’s suffrage movement, chatting with Mary “Mother” Jones, and standing vigil outside collapsed coal mines in the first half of the 20th century.
Tales from the past, and from the present when the journal is uncovered, are woven together to ultimately offer readers a compelling picture of life in the West Virginia Appalachians.
Erma’s Attic (Angels of the Appalachians Book 2) renews the stories of Annie, Will, Erma, Ida, and of course, Hank. If you enjoyed Angels of the Appalachians, come explore this account of a friendship that spans across decades.
If you haven’t read the first book, don’t fret, because you will still find yourself wishing to call on the fine folks of the Appalachian Mountains. It’s time to kick off your shoes, relax for a spell, and meet some of the angels who have made West Virginia so gloriously wild and wonderful.
This delightful fictional e-short is available only on Kindle.
When Annie, a young doctoral student living in Charleston, West Virginia, takes the advice of an elderly friend and spends a few nights at a farmhouse up Black Hollow Road, she discovers a journal in the attic. The aged diary, she soon realizes, was written by her dear friend, Erma, who had recently passed on over to the sweet by and by. Her friend’s memories transports her on an adventure that embraces involvement in the women’s suffrage movement, chatting with Mary “Mother” Jones, and standing vigil outside collapsed coal mines in the first half of the 20th century.
Tales from the past, and from the present when the journal is uncovered, are woven together to ultimately offer readers a compelling picture of life in the West Virginia Appalachians.
Erma’s Attic (Angels of the Appalachians Book 2) renews the stories of Annie, Will, Erma, Ida, and of course, Hank. If you enjoyed Angels of the Appalachians, come explore this account of a friendship that spans across decades.
If you haven’t read the first book, don’t fret, because you will still find yourself wishing to call on the fine folks of the Appalachian Mountains. It’s time to kick off your shoes, relax for a spell, and meet some of the angels who have made West Virginia so gloriously wild and wonderful.
This delightful fictional e-short is available only on Kindle.
- GenresFiction
127 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 8, 2016
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About the author
Deanna Edens
22 books62 followersDeanna Edens lives by a beautiful lake in Michigan, and is a native West Virginian. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for over twenty years. She teaches college classes in the areas of psychology and leadership. Deanna has several feline friends, and donates all proceeds from her book sales to her local Humane Society.
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June 10, 2018
I Did Not Want This Story To End!!!
After being totally engulfed in the “Angels of Appalachia” this morning. To thee point that I found it hard to put this book down, just to refill my coffee cup.
I could not get enough of the intertwine life story of Erma and the other lively characters in this novel.
I was quite delighted to have found “Erma’s Attic: Angels of the Appalachians Book 2” ~ I continued the journey into the lives of the ones that I had met in the first novel.
A little about myself: I’ve only started “Enjoying” reading a few yrs. ago {56yrs. old then <(‘ & I’m easily distracted}.
Yet Deanna Edens, has given me the insatiable desire to be engulfed in “Erma’s Attic: Angel of the Appalachian s Book 2”.
As well as to continue my journey to wherever Deann
Edens novels take me ~ Next time... I’ll have a thermos of coffee beside me!!!
I Highly Recommend this Novel as well as a thermos of something to drink bcuz you will not want to stop reading and remain engulfed in whatever your heart and mind is intertwined with the page in front of you. ENJOY<(‘
After being totally engulfed in the “Angels of Appalachia” this morning. To thee point that I found it hard to put this book down, just to refill my coffee cup.
I could not get enough of the intertwine life story of Erma and the other lively characters in this novel.
I was quite delighted to have found “Erma’s Attic: Angels of the Appalachians Book 2” ~ I continued the journey into the lives of the ones that I had met in the first novel.
A little about myself: I’ve only started “Enjoying” reading a few yrs. ago {56yrs. old then <(‘ & I’m easily distracted}.
Yet Deanna Edens, has given me the insatiable desire to be engulfed in “Erma’s Attic: Angel of the Appalachian s Book 2”.
As well as to continue my journey to wherever Deann
Edens novels take me ~ Next time... I’ll have a thermos of coffee beside me!!!
I Highly Recommend this Novel as well as a thermos of something to drink bcuz you will not want to stop reading and remain engulfed in whatever your heart and mind is intertwined with the page in front of you. ENJOY<(‘
August 8, 2019
First of all, thank you for writing these books. Your description of the way of life is fahbulous. Life was simple and hard, people did what they had to and helped there neighbors. You did a great job.
First of all, thank you for writing these books. Your description of the way of life is fabulous. Life was simple and hard, people did what they had to and helped there neighbors. You did a great job.
First of all, thank you for writing these books. Your description of the way of life is fabulous. Life was simple and hard, people did what they had to and helped there neighbors. You did a great job.
January 30, 2018
An truly enjoyable sequel
Yesterday, I read ANGELS OF THE APPALACHIANS. Today I finished the sequel. I adore both wholeheartedly and hope there is a third book yet to come.
Deanna, if you ever read this review... Thank you. God brought your books to me in a dark season of life, and I feel His presence more now than I have in a while. Keep writing, sweet lady.
Yesterday, I read ANGELS OF THE APPALACHIANS. Today I finished the sequel. I adore both wholeheartedly and hope there is a third book yet to come.
Deanna, if you ever read this review... Thank you. God brought your books to me in a dark season of life, and I feel His presence more now than I have in a while. Keep writing, sweet lady.
August 12, 2018
A wonderful read
I felt transported back in time while reading the book. I read the first one yesterday and was happy to continue with the great characters. Parts were heart breaking when the mining disasters happened in the book. Much of the book was pure joy. I loved Ida and Erma from the first book and Will and Annie in this one. Couldn't quit reading until it was finished. A true lesson in how we should treat others - a good deed whenever possible.
I felt transported back in time while reading the book. I read the first one yesterday and was happy to continue with the great characters. Parts were heart breaking when the mining disasters happened in the book. Much of the book was pure joy. I loved Ida and Erma from the first book and Will and Annie in this one. Couldn't quit reading until it was finished. A true lesson in how we should treat others - a good deed whenever possible.
July 8, 2018
Loved both of the books so far era's attic and Appalachian angels
Looking forward to the third book. easy to read and I like how the author includes part and present time
Looking forward to the third book. easy to read and I like how the author includes part and present time
June 16, 2018
A truly delightful book. touching your heartstrings with the warmth of God's love manifested in our relationships with our friends
A real down home kind of book illustrating the women s suffrage movement. I would recommend this book to all young women.
A real down home kind of book illustrating the women s suffrage movement. I would recommend this book to all young women.
December 29, 2018
Wonderful Read
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this series. The way Eden catches the lovely ethnicity of Appalachia’s word speak makes it so endearing and authentic.
I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this series. The way Eden catches the lovely ethnicity of Appalachia’s word speak makes it so endearing and authentic.
April 8, 2019
Lovely book
I am from KY and no longer live there but my heart loves to hear the stories. It makes me smile as I recall memories of my wild youth. I can relate especially to Erma I find a lot of myself in her!
Thank you also for donating to your local humane society. It is indeed money well spent. 🙏🏻💁🏻 Now onto Will’s book!
I am from KY and no longer live there but my heart loves to hear the stories. It makes me smile as I recall memories of my wild youth. I can relate especially to Erma I find a lot of myself in her!
Thank you also for donating to your local humane society. It is indeed money well spent. 🙏🏻💁🏻 Now onto Will’s book!
May 25, 2020
I really loved the series so far...the interaction between Ida & Erma, then also Annie & Will...can't wait to read the third book!
May 15, 2019
Another great read
This book did not disappoint. Loved it as much as book one. Can't wait to read book 3. If you haven't read these books what are you waiting for. You will love them.. 😊😊😊
This book did not disappoint. Loved it as much as book one. Can't wait to read book 3. If you haven't read these books what are you waiting for. You will love them.. 😊😊😊
July 18, 2019
Return to a day when love thy neighbor was practiced.
A very enjoyable account of country folks engaged in everyday living during the twenties, although terrible coal mine disasters would and did occur in this place.
A very enjoyable account of country folks engaged in everyday living during the twenties, although terrible coal mine disasters would and did occur in this place.
May 12, 2019
Excellent
Although this is the second book in the Angels of the Appalachians series, it can be read as a stand alone book. The writing flows very well and the transitions between time periods are well done. Sit back and enjoy while learning a little about the early 1900s, before women could vote and before unionization.
Although this is the second book in the Angels of the Appalachians series, it can be read as a stand alone book. The writing flows very well and the transitions between time periods are well done. Sit back and enjoy while learning a little about the early 1900s, before women could vote and before unionization.
September 7, 2016
Another great one
Second book I've read by Edens and absolutely love. Typically, in my humble opinion, sequels often are not as good as the first. Not in this case. Again, I am sucked into the lives of Will and Annie and Erma and Ida. These are characters I would love to know in real life. The bond between them all is so strong and each have their own unique interpretations of their faith and views on life. The author takes you to two different eras but intertwines them eloquently and effortlessly. The book flows well and is full of humor, history, sadness, inspiration and love. Thank you again Deanna Edens for sharing your talent with us.
Second book I've read by Edens and absolutely love. Typically, in my humble opinion, sequels often are not as good as the first. Not in this case. Again, I am sucked into the lives of Will and Annie and Erma and Ida. These are characters I would love to know in real life. The bond between them all is so strong and each have their own unique interpretations of their faith and views on life. The author takes you to two different eras but intertwines them eloquently and effortlessly. The book flows well and is full of humor, history, sadness, inspiration and love. Thank you again Deanna Edens for sharing your talent with us.
March 3, 2018
Fabulous
My bags are packed and I'm ready to drive to the holler and visit with Annie!!! I fell in love with this story. With Erma and Ida, Will and Annie and if course Hank!! What wonderful life stories. I'm a country girl and have heard many of the funny sayings from my own parents! Some sayings never go out of style!! Thank you for these great stories!!
My bags are packed and I'm ready to drive to the holler and visit with Annie!!! I fell in love with this story. With Erma and Ida, Will and Annie and if course Hank!! What wonderful life stories. I'm a country girl and have heard many of the funny sayings from my own parents! Some sayings never go out of style!! Thank you for these great stories!!
March 25, 2018
Touched my. Heart in so many ways
In reading this I could picture every person. In this book.my mother was brought up in the South and knowing the hardships with 13 children yet the love they had and community with caring and lending home and heart to others, I saw that here. Today we can all learn something of this. Beautiful.
In reading this I could picture every person. In this book.my mother was brought up in the South and knowing the hardships with 13 children yet the love they had and community with caring and lending home and heart to others, I saw that here. Today we can all learn something of this. Beautiful.
December 18, 2019
Great book
I really enjoyed this story. I felt like I got to know the people in the book and am glad that Annie bought the farm. I wish I would have a friend like Will. One thing that really touched me was the idea that if we all thought of our blessings every day rather than our complaints, we’d all be better off.
I really enjoyed this story. I felt like I got to know the people in the book and am glad that Annie bought the farm. I wish I would have a friend like Will. One thing that really touched me was the idea that if we all thought of our blessings every day rather than our complaints, we’d all be better off.
May 27, 2016
Excellent Read!
Much better back forth from generation to generation!
I would love to know more about what was in the attic, what transpired between Annie and Bob, what happens to Will and the old hound dog....
Much better back forth from generation to generation!
I would love to know more about what was in the attic, what transpired between Annie and Bob, what happens to Will and the old hound dog....
August 27, 2016
Such fun to read
I really loved the way Erma's attic is written. I laughed allot. Each character is so interesting and likeable in their own way. Would love to read more of her books.
I really loved the way Erma's attic is written. I laughed allot. Each character is so interesting and likeable in their own way. Would love to read more of her books.
August 10, 2017
I love the books. I Iive in Monroe County , West Virginia.
Love the stories..Grew up in these mountains hearing all those sayings.. Told my Mom about the books and she is enjoying them also. Thank You
Love the stories..Grew up in these mountains hearing all those sayings.. Told my Mom about the books and she is enjoying them also. Thank You
October 8, 2017
Goin' home
Reading Angels of the Appalachians, Books one and two has made me feel like, at the age of 71, I went home to visit. I am, now, a confirmed fan of Deanna Edens, who gave me a gift so precious!
Reading Angels of the Appalachians, Books one and two has made me feel like, at the age of 71, I went home to visit. I am, now, a confirmed fan of Deanna Edens, who gave me a gift so precious!
November 4, 2017
Sweet quick read.
This book brought the history of the early 1900s to life. The coal mines disasters and the fight women went through to win the right to vote. The love between friends through out the years.
This book brought the history of the early 1900s to life. The coal mines disasters and the fight women went through to win the right to vote. The love between friends through out the years.
January 27, 2018
Humorous filled with history and emotions 5* read.
I rate a book star when I can't put down to do other things. Totally captivating writing sneaking in history and personell. Loved it all
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I rate a book star when I can't put down to do other things. Totally captivating writing sneaking in history and personell. Loved it all
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March 22, 2017
Angels of the Appalachians
Easy read, relaxing and at time funny. Sometimes the path we choose we know for sure Angels had to be guiding us.
Easy read, relaxing and at time funny. Sometimes the path we choose we know for sure Angels had to be guiding us.
November 16, 2017
Charming, down to earth historical novel. I've been reading them in order and can't wait to go to the next one. Deanna Edens has a way of pulling you in and capturing your imagination.
January 12, 2018
A sequel
A very enjoyable book. Easy to read and fast. I liked that it made you feel like you were living Appalachia.
A very enjoyable book. Easy to read and fast. I liked that it made you feel like you were living Appalachia.
June 13, 2018
Fun
Chock full of Appalachian folklore and wisdom, most of which is fact-based. Loved the wit, heartfelt day-to-day
As it affected the coal miners of the late 19th century.
Chock full of Appalachian folklore and wisdom, most of which is fact-based. Loved the wit, heartfelt day-to-day
As it affected the coal miners of the late 19th century.
April 13, 2018
A good story
I have loved reading about Erma and Ida but the books are to short. These women fascinate me and I would love to get to know them better.
I have loved reading about Erma and Ida but the books are to short. These women fascinate me and I would love to get to know them better.
August 24, 2019
Another great story of Appalachia!
The first book had me hooked on the series. The second one (Erma's Attic) continued the story of Ida and Erma by one of Ida's students. I enjoyed the flash backs that further enlightened the lives of these two courageous ladies. These books remind me of many things that I encountered in my formative years growing up in southern Appalachia. The only thing I have to comment on is Deanna's description of the vehicles in 1908 as "putting the vehicle in PARK". Park was not included in vehicle transmissions until the late 1940's. Other than that, I thoroughly enjoyed the first two books, and look forward to more in the series.
Keep up the good work Deanna.
The first book had me hooked on the series. The second one (Erma's Attic) continued the story of Ida and Erma by one of Ida's students. I enjoyed the flash backs that further enlightened the lives of these two courageous ladies. These books remind me of many things that I encountered in my formative years growing up in southern Appalachia. The only thing I have to comment on is Deanna's description of the vehicles in 1908 as "putting the vehicle in PARK". Park was not included in vehicle transmissions until the late 1940's. Other than that, I thoroughly enjoyed the first two books, and look forward to more in the series.
Keep up the good work Deanna.
February 2, 2023
Bk. 2, Angel's of Appalachians series, EBK-M, Kindle, @ 2016, Read 1/31/23. Historical Fiction, West Virginia, Coal Mine Disasters, Women's Sufferage Movement. Annie, a young doctoral student whose elderly friend, Erma just passed, decides to spend a few nights in Erma's farmhouse in rural West Virginia. She finds an old diary up in Erma's attic and learns about her friend's involvement in comforting coal mine disaster families, and the fight to allow Ekman the right to vote in the USA in the early 1900's.
4☆'s = Very Good. Am really enjoying this Historical fiction series. Will read #3 "Will's Journer" soon.
4☆'s = Very Good. Am really enjoying this Historical fiction series. Will read #3 "Will's Journer" soon.
January 17, 2025
Having taught school some 50 years ago in the hills area, the novel brought back nostalgic memories of the dialect and analogies from the area and setting. Plot surrounded Annie, a psychology doctorate student, who visits the secluded Appalachian farm of her veterinarian elderly friend Erma who passed away. Will, the 90-year-old friend of Erma's, attempts to persuade her to buy it. Allowing her to stay there to ponder this, she comes across a journal and other relics of her life in the attic. Story flips between Erma's past life and Annie's present life to provide a backstory. Sweet and clean with much humor for one's enjoyment.
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