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Fly Away Home
Is running away from your troubles the best path to a fresh start?
Claire Perkins struggles with her past, even as a thirty-eight-year-old woman.
While attending her abusive mother's funeral in the town where she grew up, Claire discovers a deeper emotional scar that challenges her definition of home.
No longer willing to put on a façade, buried pain triggers Claire's only logical choice: escape to a quiet place, somewhere far away from the risk of any further disappointment and heartache.
Pigeon Grove appears to be a sleepy southern locale in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But there is a unique and underlying charm to this small town that has other plans for those looking to slip into the silence of a solitary life.
With nothing but a desire to fade into the background, this close-knit community guides Claire along a different path, in a direction that encourages her deep-seated need to connect with others.
Hank Charles is a produce shop owner full of quirky facts. Lizzie Perkins is the niece Claire hasn't seen in years because of a falling out with her brother. Jack Burgess is a sketch artist whose troubled past intersects with Claire's in serendipitous ways. If only she gives herself the chance to discover it.
Can this small mountain town help Claire connect the dots to create a life she's always imagined?
Will Pigeon Grove's beloved message answer her soulful call for guidance before the opportunity escapes her?
It's never too late to come home.
Claire Perkins struggles with her past, even as a thirty-eight-year-old woman.
While attending her abusive mother's funeral in the town where she grew up, Claire discovers a deeper emotional scar that challenges her definition of home.
No longer willing to put on a façade, buried pain triggers Claire's only logical choice: escape to a quiet place, somewhere far away from the risk of any further disappointment and heartache.
Pigeon Grove appears to be a sleepy southern locale in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But there is a unique and underlying charm to this small town that has other plans for those looking to slip into the silence of a solitary life.
With nothing but a desire to fade into the background, this close-knit community guides Claire along a different path, in a direction that encourages her deep-seated need to connect with others.
Hank Charles is a produce shop owner full of quirky facts. Lizzie Perkins is the niece Claire hasn't seen in years because of a falling out with her brother. Jack Burgess is a sketch artist whose troubled past intersects with Claire's in serendipitous ways. If only she gives herself the chance to discover it.
Can this small mountain town help Claire connect the dots to create a life she's always imagined?
Will Pigeon Grove's beloved message answer her soulful call for guidance before the opportunity escapes her?
It's never too late to come home.
118 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 20, 2017
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About the author
Dave Cenker
8 books41 followersDAVE CENKER is a romantic fiction author, writing stories infused with a kaleidoscope of emotions that nurture the heart while exploring elements of the human condition. He appreciates the opportunity to connect with readers through a shared emotional chord and the enchanted sentiments of a timeless love story.
Like coffee provides caffeine for the physical body, Dave's stories supply caffeine for the soul. He lives in the Sunshine State with his beautiful wife, amazing son, and three cats (the real monarchs of the house).
Like coffee provides caffeine for the physical body, Dave's stories supply caffeine for the soul. He lives in the Sunshine State with his beautiful wife, amazing son, and three cats (the real monarchs of the house).
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October 18, 2021
This is a lovely, cozy romance with very little action. It is soothing in many respects, especially imagining a lovely Southern town filled with quirky and kind residents.
Only issues I had is the emotional responses from Claire at times felt wrong or over the top. The plants that were just planted, bloomed overnight. This would work in a fantasy or paranormal tale.
I believe many people would appreciate this story.
Only issues I had is the emotional responses from Claire at times felt wrong or over the top. The plants that were just planted, bloomed overnight. This would work in a fantasy or paranormal tale.
I believe many people would appreciate this story.
May 19, 2022
Such a deeply moving book, very spiritual and encouraging. Although the writer doesn’t come across openly Christian I feel the warm and love of my Heavenly Father and His words from the Bible while reading this book.
The theme, we are all products of our past, and we have choices as to what we do with it as we move forward in life.
Hopefully everyone reading this book will choose life, choose to help others, walking with grace and mercy, open to enjoying life.
The theme, we are all products of our past, and we have choices as to what we do with it as we move forward in life.
Hopefully everyone reading this book will choose life, choose to help others, walking with grace and mercy, open to enjoying life.
February 23, 2020
Reading this book was a bit of an alienating experience for me, particularly because the main character and her thoughts and actions are presented in a way that is supposedly meant to be relatable, but that, I suspect, relies too much on the author's own reading. In addition, a lot of the main character's observations are made unnecessarily explicit (as are certain bits of dialogue). All in all, I couldn't shake the impression that while the story feels in some way genuine, it largely seems to be an exercise in catharsis.
December 14, 2019
A great book to read the author described everything in great detail I could visualise myself in Pigeon Grove I reccommend reading
September 23, 2024
Hmm, not sure what I was expecting from this. I think I was hoping for a good family saga. It isn't that. Im not sure what it is. Basically don't bother!
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Is running away from your troubles the best path to a fresh start? Claire Perkins struggles with her past, even as a thirty-eight-year-old woman.
While attending her abusive mother's funeral in the town where she grew up, Claire discovers a deeper emotional scar that challenges her definition of home.
No longer willing to put on a façade, buried pain triggers Claire's only logical choice: escape to a quiet place, somewhere far away from the risk of any further disappointment and heartache.
Pigeon Grove appears to be a sleepy southern locale in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But there is a unique and underlying charm to this small town that has other plans for those looking to slip into the silence of a solitary life.
With nothing but a desire to fade into the background, this close-knit community guides Claire along a different path, in a direction that encourages her deep-seated need to connect with others.
Hank Charles is a produce shop owner full of quirky facts. Lizzie Perkins is the niece Claire hasn't seen in years because of a falling out with her brother. Jack Burgess is a sketch artist whose troubled past intersects with Claire's in serendipitous ways. If only she gives herself the chance to discover it.
Can this small mountain town help Claire connect the dots to create a life she's always imagined?
Will Pigeon Grove's beloved message answer her soulful call for guidance before the opportunity escapes her? It's never too late to come home.
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Is running away from your troubles the best path to a fresh start? Claire Perkins struggles with her past, even as a thirty-eight-year-old woman.
While attending her abusive mother's funeral in the town where she grew up, Claire discovers a deeper emotional scar that challenges her definition of home.
No longer willing to put on a façade, buried pain triggers Claire's only logical choice: escape to a quiet place, somewhere far away from the risk of any further disappointment and heartache.
Pigeon Grove appears to be a sleepy southern locale in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. But there is a unique and underlying charm to this small town that has other plans for those looking to slip into the silence of a solitary life.
With nothing but a desire to fade into the background, this close-knit community guides Claire along a different path, in a direction that encourages her deep-seated need to connect with others.
Hank Charles is a produce shop owner full of quirky facts. Lizzie Perkins is the niece Claire hasn't seen in years because of a falling out with her brother. Jack Burgess is a sketch artist whose troubled past intersects with Claire's in serendipitous ways. If only she gives herself the chance to discover it.
Can this small mountain town help Claire connect the dots to create a life she's always imagined?
Will Pigeon Grove's beloved message answer her soulful call for guidance before the opportunity escapes her? It's never too late to come home.
June 1, 2022
Fantastic book. Beautifully written, filled with gesture , emotion and real life examples .
It deals with a thirty year old woman who is depressed due to loosing her first love and her mother and she lost herself. She tries to move away, somewhere outskirts where she usually used to be and she starts slowly finding herself and even invented an amazing lemonade which is quite famous.
This gives us a good idea into our day to day lives that we can get better if we switch of from the things.
Highly recommended....
It deals with a thirty year old woman who is depressed due to loosing her first love and her mother and she lost herself. She tries to move away, somewhere outskirts where she usually used to be and she starts slowly finding herself and even invented an amazing lemonade which is quite famous.
This gives us a good idea into our day to day lives that we can get better if we switch of from the things.
Highly recommended....
January 2, 2020
I wanted to kick off the year by having a nice, cozy reading moment. I was mildly surprised by this book as I didn't expect much but as it turns out, I was pulled into the lovely, little town of Pigeon Grove. I sped through this short book which is infused with many thought provoking messages about life in general.
Looks like I might just have to go back and revisit Pigeon Grove and check out this series.
Looks like I might just have to go back and revisit Pigeon Grove and check out this series.
September 4, 2021
Bittersweet homecoming
Claire has never felt she had a home. After her father's death, her mother becomes abusive. The scars, physical and emotional, never seem to heal and Claire builds walls to protect herself. Buying a farmhouse on a whim, leads Claire to confronting her past and building a future with happiness allowed. The author employs beautiful language and descriptions.
Claire has never felt she had a home. After her father's death, her mother becomes abusive. The scars, physical and emotional, never seem to heal and Claire builds walls to protect herself. Buying a farmhouse on a whim, leads Claire to confronting her past and building a future with happiness allowed. The author employs beautiful language and descriptions.
July 8, 2023
Amazing Author
I love this book. I have read all his books and the story makes you want more and you never want it to end. The story makes you feel like you are in it. All his books are so warm and heartfelt. I highly recommend reading all of his books. You will not be disappointed. Beautifully written stories that you can't get enough of.
I love this book. I have read all his books and the story makes you want more and you never want it to end. The story makes you feel like you are in it. All his books are so warm and heartfelt. I highly recommend reading all of his books. You will not be disappointed. Beautifully written stories that you can't get enough of.
December 25, 2020
The Hurts We Carry
The Hurts We Carry from childhood don't disappear in adulthood unless we confront them head on. Once that happens, we start to gain a foundation and a chance to move on and realize our potential. We come home.
The Hurts We Carry from childhood don't disappear in adulthood unless we confront them head on. Once that happens, we start to gain a foundation and a chance to move on and realize our potential. We come home.
December 29, 2020
Beautiful
Inspirational journey of hearts longing for the sanctuary of home... this book calls us to be better, to live in the moment, to rely on trust and the truth. A lovely story of finding love and acceptance of our own life’s journey.
Inspirational journey of hearts longing for the sanctuary of home... this book calls us to be better, to live in the moment, to rely on trust and the truth. A lovely story of finding love and acceptance of our own life’s journey.
April 30, 2021
Claire leaves home after the funeral of her abusive mother. She drives to Georgia and buys an old house opening her heart to her new neighbours who become friends. The narrative is filled with contrasts which pretty well sums up Claire's life.
May 2, 2021
Very Inspiring
This book was so enjoyable! It reaches down deep inside you. We all have things in our past that need to be processed. This story walks you through it. I highly recommend this book. It is so close to the heart ❤️
This book was so enjoyable! It reaches down deep inside you. We all have things in our past that need to be processed. This story walks you through it. I highly recommend this book. It is so close to the heart ❤️
May 16, 2021
Life giving
This is the start of a relationship with a community, not just a heroine. You want in, feel the dirt under your fingers and the rain on your sleeve. And you can’t wait to make lemonade with the words between the pages.
This is the start of a relationship with a community, not just a heroine. You want in, feel the dirt under your fingers and the rain on your sleeve. And you can’t wait to make lemonade with the words between the pages.
September 4, 2021
A Book about a soul healing
Pigeon Grove is a very small town with a very large heart. The warmth and calmness this book brings the reader are uniquely different from anything else that I have ever read. It's short do please take the time for it
Pigeon Grove is a very small town with a very large heart. The warmth and calmness this book brings the reader are uniquely different from anything else that I have ever read. It's short do please take the time for it
January 3, 2020
Easy and refreshing reading.
February 2, 2020
A very raw, tender and emotional piece of work.
November 23, 2020
This book was okay. It's not really my cup of tea. It's nice if you want to breeze through a book and not really think.
April 1, 2021
A lesson of letting the past define who we are or learning to let go and deciding what we want out of life.
May 8, 2021
Comfortable and soothing
Lovely little book. Well worth the read. Comfortable and soothing. Makes you feel good and better about yourself. Angst free, and gentle.
Lovely little book. Well worth the read. Comfortable and soothing. Makes you feel good and better about yourself. Angst free, and gentle.
September 10, 2021
A heartwarming book
The broken people who I met while reading this book have wormed their way into my heart. A very feel good book.
The broken people who I met while reading this book have wormed their way into my heart. A very feel good book.
January 6, 2022
Excellent!!
Very good story with interesting characters and lots of backstory that all comes together sweetly! Highly recommend this book. Looking forward to the next in the series!
Very good story with interesting characters and lots of backstory that all comes together sweetly! Highly recommend this book. Looking forward to the next in the series!
January 21, 2022
Great book
April 18, 2022
A lovely story of finding yourself, starting over, acceptance and relationships set in a beautiful small town. A delight to read.
August 12, 2022
love the characters
September 21, 2023
A wonderful story filled with gently quirky characters. It leaves you with a feeling of home.
March 30, 2024
Every second page they used the word "meander" which after i while did get a bit annoying
August 2, 2019
This novel, which was a free read on Amazon, was a pleasant surprise. The writer is very good at drawing pictures with his writing. He obviously put thought into the development of his sentences. I liked the theme of finding happiness in life, and I loved the small town of Pigeon Grove and it's slow, easy life.
September 1, 2019
Enjoyable story of fulfillment
I wasn't sure about this book when I first got it,but I thoroughly enjoyed it for its warmth and picture in words
I wasn't sure about this book when I first got it,but I thoroughly enjoyed it for its warmth and picture in words
November 5, 2019
This was much more insightful and thought-provoking than the fluff I've been reading of late. Wonderful change of pace and delightful story.
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