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Tomorrow's Promise Collection #4
Another Dawn
Grace Graham is back in Tennessee with her fouryearold son on a short unpaid leave from work, helping her father recover from surgery and spending time with her sister. Shoal Creek seems more backward than ever after her years in California, and it's hard to find organic food anywhere. When the unthinkable happens and her son is diagnosed with measles, Grace's fears over modern medicine take a dangerous turn. Worse, the town has fallen into quarantine and its residents focus their anger and blame on Grace. She is alone and scared, until one brave woman chooses to reach out a hand of forgiveness and mercy. But when the outbreak takes a lifethreatening turn, will Grace be able to forgive herself?
318 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2011
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About the author
Kathryn Cushman
14 books184 followersAuthor Kathryn "Katie" Cushman is a graduate of Samford University with a degree in pharmacy.
She is the author of ten novels, including the newly released, "The Plans We Made", which she co-authored with Lauren Beccue.
Kathryn and her family currently live in Santa Barbara, California.
Visit her Web site at www.kathryncushman.com
She is the author of ten novels, including the newly released, "The Plans We Made", which she co-authored with Lauren Beccue.
Kathryn and her family currently live in Santa Barbara, California.
Visit her Web site at www.kathryncushman.com
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January 24, 2011
As children, my sister and I took all our vaccinations. No questions asked. When our children were little, they received all their vaccinations. No questions asked. We didn’t know any better. Since reading Another Dawn I realize there is a serious health risk for children who take vaccinations. It has been shown that the MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccine can cause autism in some children. With the wealth of information about this subject found in Another Dawn, it is apparent Author Kathryn Cushman researched for many hours in preparation for writing this book. But this is not a book just about vaccines and resulting illnesses. This book is about forgiveness and second chances.
There was such spiritual and emotional growth in Grace, it was fascinating to watch. “Complex” doesn’t begin to describe Grace’s relationships with her father, her sister, her fiancé…well, all of her relationships. But in the end, forgiveness between Grace and the people in her life leads to healing.
And I can’t overlook Grace’s son, Dylan. What a precocious, sweet and intelligent four-year-old! You will want to “bring him home with you.”
This book is a “must-read.” You will be informed and you will enjoy the story. If you know of anyone whose child has autism that may have been caused by vaccinations, please see that they get a copy of this book. It is definitely a “must-read” for them.
This book hits bookstores on February 1.
There was such spiritual and emotional growth in Grace, it was fascinating to watch. “Complex” doesn’t begin to describe Grace’s relationships with her father, her sister, her fiancé…well, all of her relationships. But in the end, forgiveness between Grace and the people in her life leads to healing.
And I can’t overlook Grace’s son, Dylan. What a precocious, sweet and intelligent four-year-old! You will want to “bring him home with you.”
This book is a “must-read.” You will be informed and you will enjoy the story. If you know of anyone whose child has autism that may have been caused by vaccinations, please see that they get a copy of this book. It is definitely a “must-read” for them.
This book hits bookstores on February 1.
February 18, 2011
A sweet read with a powerful, controversial subject woven into its pages, Another Dawn will warm your heart. Always seeming to be running from her troubles, Grace packs up her bags and leaves a broken relationship and strained friendship behind to journey back home and care for her father after he has surgery. Her sister, Jana, gives her little choice in the matter, so Grace sucks up and goes to help a father she can’t stand to even be around. Her anger against him is long-standing – she blames him for her mother’s early death in life.
I got a chuckle out of Grace’s motherly ways with Dylan – certainly could tell she was a first-time parent. Dylan himself was so adorable within the pages that I looked forward to every scene that he was in. At four years old, he was mature beyond his years and his brotherly instinct toward his baby cousin was sweet.
When Grace finds out that Dylan’s life, and now many other young children, might be on the line, I felt her heartache and fear. Parenting comes with some tough decisions that we must make – and not all of them are easy to answer. Many can impact your child’s life forever, or effect them and others in some way. Grace was doing what she felt was best for her son. I ached with her when the town began to blame and accuse her. I understood Grace, who wished she could explain to the town her reasons for what she’d done. Everyone has a reason for why they do or don’t do something, but often we as humans are too quick to judge from our point of view to take the time to notice any others.
The book was very clean as a whole. Grace does have a child out of wedlock, but nothing is explain in depth about this besides that her then-boyfriend left her. She been hurt before and doesn’t want another man walking out of her life again. During the course of her visit to care for her father she learns that sometimes you have to give in order to receive and when it seems like an uphill battle, you just need to keep climbing and rest in the confidence that God is working on your side to smooth the way for you at the top. Kathryn did a great job at writing this novel – you learn some great lessons within these pages!
I got a chuckle out of Grace’s motherly ways with Dylan – certainly could tell she was a first-time parent. Dylan himself was so adorable within the pages that I looked forward to every scene that he was in. At four years old, he was mature beyond his years and his brotherly instinct toward his baby cousin was sweet.
When Grace finds out that Dylan’s life, and now many other young children, might be on the line, I felt her heartache and fear. Parenting comes with some tough decisions that we must make – and not all of them are easy to answer. Many can impact your child’s life forever, or effect them and others in some way. Grace was doing what she felt was best for her son. I ached with her when the town began to blame and accuse her. I understood Grace, who wished she could explain to the town her reasons for what she’d done. Everyone has a reason for why they do or don’t do something, but often we as humans are too quick to judge from our point of view to take the time to notice any others.
The book was very clean as a whole. Grace does have a child out of wedlock, but nothing is explain in depth about this besides that her then-boyfriend left her. She been hurt before and doesn’t want another man walking out of her life again. During the course of her visit to care for her father she learns that sometimes you have to give in order to receive and when it seems like an uphill battle, you just need to keep climbing and rest in the confidence that God is working on your side to smooth the way for you at the top. Kathryn did a great job at writing this novel – you learn some great lessons within these pages!
May 16, 2011
In Another Dawn, Cushman deals with a very controversial subject – childhood vaccines. Many parents struggle with the decision of whether or not to vaccinate and most have very strong opinions about the safety of vaccinations. Some of these opinions are based on medical evidence others are based on real life experience and situational evidence but regardless of how the opinion is formed they are deeply personal. I really loved that this book brought another argument to the vaccination-debate table because you often see the negatives of having vaccinations presented in novels, as opposed to the negatives of not having the vaccination.
This vaccination debate is used in Another Dawn as a way to help Grace come to terms with her own anger and resentment about how the choices made by various people in her life had affected her. I found it interesting to see this theme of your choices influencing the lives of others carrying through the novel and it really made me think. There are so many examples of how there are two sides to every story and Cushman writes quite a bit about having faith and compassion towards your friends, family, and neighbors, and most of all faith in God.
This book was really just OK for me. It was an intriguing concept that I could identify with as a mother of small children and I liked where Cushman was going with the story but it all tied up a little to neatly with a pretty bow at the end. There was not a single question left unanswered. I’m not saying that I prefer a book that feels unresolved, but when there is a little left to my interpretation, when a book leaves me wondering just a bit it stays with me longer (ie . What happened to this character, where did she go, what did she decide to do? Etc.). I was also frustrated with the voice that Cushman gave to Dylan. There is no way that a 4-year-old by would have reacted the way Cushman described to the situation he was in. Dylan sounded more like an 8 or 9 year old child, he was far too articulate, intuitive and emotionally mature for his character to really be believable and resonate with me.
That being said, Another Dawn was a sweet story and had a tall order trying to tackle a subject like this. I did enjoy the story for the most part and found it to be a nice, quick read that I devoured over the course of the weekend.
I received a free copy of this book from the Publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Visit handsandhome.ca for my full review.
This vaccination debate is used in Another Dawn as a way to help Grace come to terms with her own anger and resentment about how the choices made by various people in her life had affected her. I found it interesting to see this theme of your choices influencing the lives of others carrying through the novel and it really made me think. There are so many examples of how there are two sides to every story and Cushman writes quite a bit about having faith and compassion towards your friends, family, and neighbors, and most of all faith in God.
This book was really just OK for me. It was an intriguing concept that I could identify with as a mother of small children and I liked where Cushman was going with the story but it all tied up a little to neatly with a pretty bow at the end. There was not a single question left unanswered. I’m not saying that I prefer a book that feels unresolved, but when there is a little left to my interpretation, when a book leaves me wondering just a bit it stays with me longer (ie . What happened to this character, where did she go, what did she decide to do? Etc.). I was also frustrated with the voice that Cushman gave to Dylan. There is no way that a 4-year-old by would have reacted the way Cushman described to the situation he was in. Dylan sounded more like an 8 or 9 year old child, he was far too articulate, intuitive and emotionally mature for his character to really be believable and resonate with me.
That being said, Another Dawn was a sweet story and had a tall order trying to tackle a subject like this. I did enjoy the story for the most part and found it to be a nice, quick read that I devoured over the course of the weekend.
I received a free copy of this book from the Publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Visit handsandhome.ca for my full review.
August 11, 2011
Grace Graham has more problems than most people I know. A young single mother living in California, far from her family, she struggles to make the right decisions for her four-year-old son. Her first decision had been not to vaccinate Dylan, because her friend and employer’s son had become autistic within days of his MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) shot as a toddler, and she’d found a lot of information on the internet that corroborated the story.
Another of Grace’s problems is running when things get tough. As the story opens, her sister Jana throws down the gauntlet, challenging Grace to come home and take care of their father following his knee surgery. Jana has been doing all the daughter stuff, and her baby, Hannah Rose, has not been sleeping well due to chronic ear infections. Jana is at her wit’s end and demands some help back home in Tennessee.
Grace goes. Things have been nasty in California. She’d broken off with her fiance, and her employer was hitting a rough spot, and it just seems easier to go back home than stay and deal with things, even though she’s never gotten along with her dad. In fact, she blames him for her mother’s death.
A few days after she and Dylan arrive in Tennessee, Dylan becomes ill, and it soon becomes apparent that he has the measles, which quickly spreads to Hannah Rose and other babies that had been in the church nursery the first Sunday Grace and Dylan had been home–babies too young to have been immunized, whatever decision their parents may have made about it.
In no time Grace is the object of much hatred as people blame her for the outbreak. Her decision not to have Dylan vaccinated is now affecting other families. Will Grace face up to her problems, or run away again?
I had a hard time liking Grace Graham through the first part of the book. She seemed to be a very narrow-minded person, and I was disappointed that practically the first heroine I’d seen that believed in organic foods and healthful living was coming across like some kind of extremist nutcase. It took awhile to get past that and thus reeled into the story.
If you’re looking for a fluffy read, Another Dawn is not the book for you. But I do appreciate that even though the book read, at times, like a who’s who of vaccination research wrapped up in a story, Cushman resisted the impulse to make a final judgment on the topic. What she did tie up was Grace’s inner journey to healing.
Another of Grace’s problems is running when things get tough. As the story opens, her sister Jana throws down the gauntlet, challenging Grace to come home and take care of their father following his knee surgery. Jana has been doing all the daughter stuff, and her baby, Hannah Rose, has not been sleeping well due to chronic ear infections. Jana is at her wit’s end and demands some help back home in Tennessee.
Grace goes. Things have been nasty in California. She’d broken off with her fiance, and her employer was hitting a rough spot, and it just seems easier to go back home than stay and deal with things, even though she’s never gotten along with her dad. In fact, she blames him for her mother’s death.
A few days after she and Dylan arrive in Tennessee, Dylan becomes ill, and it soon becomes apparent that he has the measles, which quickly spreads to Hannah Rose and other babies that had been in the church nursery the first Sunday Grace and Dylan had been home–babies too young to have been immunized, whatever decision their parents may have made about it.
In no time Grace is the object of much hatred as people blame her for the outbreak. Her decision not to have Dylan vaccinated is now affecting other families. Will Grace face up to her problems, or run away again?
I had a hard time liking Grace Graham through the first part of the book. She seemed to be a very narrow-minded person, and I was disappointed that practically the first heroine I’d seen that believed in organic foods and healthful living was coming across like some kind of extremist nutcase. It took awhile to get past that and thus reeled into the story.
If you’re looking for a fluffy read, Another Dawn is not the book for you. But I do appreciate that even though the book read, at times, like a who’s who of vaccination research wrapped up in a story, Cushman resisted the impulse to make a final judgment on the topic. What she did tie up was Grace’s inner journey to healing.
May 12, 2011
Simply stated, Another Dawn is a great book. As the story unfolds you find that Grace Graham has made a lot of choices that she regrets, and is beginning to realize that she needs to deal with issues from her past. These choices include relationships with her family as well as personal decisions. The story line about the childhood vaccination controversy comes to life in a very real way when placed in the context of everyday situations. By viewing Grace’s actions and the consequences they bring, the reader is allowed to see how one person’s actions can affect many. A decision can be made with the best of intentions and still have devastating results.
Throughout the book, Grace grew in maturity and began to see the importance of doing the right thing no matter how hard or distasteful. I especially liked the way the author used a biblical example to reinforce the concept of coming full circle and to do over past actions. It is so easy to blame someone else for our difficulties and not accept responsibility for our actions. We all need to remember that many times a heart felt apology is what God intends instead of defending our actions to others.
My only disappointment came from the somewhat casual treatment of Grace’s unwed mother status. I kept waiting to see her acknowledge that her actions were sin instead of just bad choices and reveal that she had truly developed a personal relationship with God. However, God was still very real throughout the book. This is a thought provoking book on many levels and tells a great story. I highly recommend it.
Bethany House Publishers graciously provided my review copy—my opinions are my own.
Throughout the book, Grace grew in maturity and began to see the importance of doing the right thing no matter how hard or distasteful. I especially liked the way the author used a biblical example to reinforce the concept of coming full circle and to do over past actions. It is so easy to blame someone else for our difficulties and not accept responsibility for our actions. We all need to remember that many times a heart felt apology is what God intends instead of defending our actions to others.
My only disappointment came from the somewhat casual treatment of Grace’s unwed mother status. I kept waiting to see her acknowledge that her actions were sin instead of just bad choices and reveal that she had truly developed a personal relationship with God. However, God was still very real throughout the book. This is a thought provoking book on many levels and tells a great story. I highly recommend it.
Bethany House Publishers graciously provided my review copy—my opinions are my own.
April 18, 2011
Grace Graham runs when life gets tough. She runs from home when her mother dies, she runs from her job when she’s the cause of a failed business deal, and she runs from conventional immunizations when she hears mixed reports regarding their safety. But when her son Dylan contracts a disease that puts the lives of several small children at risk she must choose between her inclination to run from the social pressure she’s under and her responsibility to see her commitment through.
Kathryn Cushman does a remarkable job weaving a contemporary hot-button into a heart-wrenching story. While the question to immunize or not is never resolved, Kathryn provides detailed accounts for both sides and sheds light on two widely varied fields of thought. Meanwhile her characters are well-rounded, flawed, likable, and engaging. I enjoyed this book immensely and plan on sharing it soon.
I received this book free from the Bethany House. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Kathryn Cushman does a remarkable job weaving a contemporary hot-button into a heart-wrenching story. While the question to immunize or not is never resolved, Kathryn provides detailed accounts for both sides and sheds light on two widely varied fields of thought. Meanwhile her characters are well-rounded, flawed, likable, and engaging. I enjoyed this book immensely and plan on sharing it soon.
I received this book free from the Bethany House. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
July 25, 2012
This book brought forth quite a mixed bag of emotions for me. I was so very angry at the main character, Grace who thinks she is doing so well at being a Mother. She does not let her son have anything but organic food and does not allow hot dogs, hamburgers or any other foods kids enjoy as an occasional treat. She also decided not to vaccinate him because some people she knew, who were not professionals of any kind, told her that the MMR vaccine caused autism in children. She did not bother to find out that the claims were false and put babies in her hometown at great risk when her son came down with measles. Now her son Dylan had a high fever for 5 days and this "perfect Mom" did not have enough common sense to seek medical attention for him until he got much worse. Some of the book is quite touching and shows the power of forgiveness and the bonds of family. It was not a bad read just not reviting or anything, I would give it perhaps 2 1/2 stars but that is not an option, so 2 stars.
February 22, 2011
Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman is about a single mother, Grace, who decides not to vaccinate her son and when she travels to visit her family, the son becomes ill with measles. Unfortunately he infects the church nursery before his symptoms surface.
This story was well balanced in showing the pros and cons of immunization. The author's medical background was obvious. It's a good story about a bitter woman coming to the end of her own self-righteousness and seeing how she was the proverbial pot calling the kettle black.
The story is good, the plot is good. Unfortunately I didn't like Grace and never real embraced the story because of that. Grace reminded me of me before I came to the end of myself and realized my double standards. It wasn't a pretty reminder.
My copy has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
This story was well balanced in showing the pros and cons of immunization. The author's medical background was obvious. It's a good story about a bitter woman coming to the end of her own self-righteousness and seeing how she was the proverbial pot calling the kettle black.
The story is good, the plot is good. Unfortunately I didn't like Grace and never real embraced the story because of that. Grace reminded me of me before I came to the end of myself and realized my double standards. It wasn't a pretty reminder.
My copy has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Bethany House, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
March 22, 2011
Signs of a good book- they make you laugh, they make you cry and they make you think. All these were accomplished in this book.
My only question,and it is a question as it has been a long time since I have had a 4 year old, is could he really of thought and said all the things that he did. Should the boy have been a little older?
This is a story of a mom who decides not to vacinate her son, unbeknowst to her he comes in contact with someone with the measles. He then gets the measles and passes it on to the babies in the church nursery on Sunday. This is the story of her learning to stay and fight vs running away, it deals with relationships of Father/Daughter, Sisters, Communities, old school friends, Man/Women relationships.
My only question,and it is a question as it has been a long time since I have had a 4 year old, is could he really of thought and said all the things that he did. Should the boy have been a little older?
This is a story of a mom who decides not to vacinate her son, unbeknowst to her he comes in contact with someone with the measles. He then gets the measles and passes it on to the babies in the church nursery on Sunday. This is the story of her learning to stay and fight vs running away, it deals with relationships of Father/Daughter, Sisters, Communities, old school friends, Man/Women relationships.
June 20, 2017
This is a well-written story about the controversial subject of vaccines. Cushman handled the subject well, giving views from both sides of the issue.
July 23, 2019
Good character development and dealt with a current issue of our times
August 29, 2024
Took a long time
Just like for all of us the characters in this book have tough decisions to make. Just like many of us the main characters goes back and forth about what to and which path to choose. What really is the right decision. What if you choose wrong? Once you choose can you ever choose right? This book shares some helpful information to consider. Highly recommend!
Just like for all of us the characters in this book have tough decisions to make. Just like many of us the main characters goes back and forth about what to and which path to choose. What really is the right decision. What if you choose wrong? Once you choose can you ever choose right? This book shares some helpful information to consider. Highly recommend!
December 20, 2024
At first I really did not like Grace. But I stuck with it and grew to understand her character a little more. Although even by the end I was still not a fan of Grace it did resonate with me that our choices can and do affect others that we may not realize until it’s too late. I struggle with the same decisions with my son so this book was a bit tough to get through but I just couldn’t put it down.
August 13, 2021
I’ve read four other books by Kushman, and this is my least favorite because it’s “preacher” than the others.
On the other hand, since we continue to be in a global pandemic with many people on both sides of the vaccination issue, it’s very timely and presents well both sides of the issue, in addition to the unintended consequences of choosing not to get a vaccine.
On the other hand, since we continue to be in a global pandemic with many people on both sides of the vaccination issue, it’s very timely and presents well both sides of the issue, in addition to the unintended consequences of choosing not to get a vaccine.
November 3, 2022
Dealing with controversial issues
This book deal with several controversial issues—vaccinations, selfless love and seeking God first. I think both sides of the issues are portrayed.
This book deal with several controversial issues—vaccinations, selfless love and seeking God first. I think both sides of the issues are portrayed.
February 13, 2025
Very intense, almost depressing story about unvaccinated child who winds up spreading measles to a nursery full of babies. It is interesting and there is lots of data regarding the arguments pro and con for vaccinations.
January 24, 2019
Another great book.
May 8, 2025
timely read as vaccines and measles outbreak have been in the news lately and this books balances the yes/no well It is also about family and second chances
February 20, 2021
Tip: don’t read this during a week that you’re hiding out in your room scared that you might have accidentally exposed your family to a virus LOL
July 7, 2012
Kathryn Cushman has written a wonderful story that explores how choices can affect more than the person who has made them.
After Grace was hired as office manager at the Blue Pacific Bed and Breakfast in Ventura, California. She became friends with the owners daughter, and her boss, Jasmine, and Collin, her son, who has been diagnosed with autism. Jasmine believes the autism is a result of the MMR vaccination. Grace who was expecting her son, Dylan, at the time, began to think about him and what would be the best choice for him. Her choice was not to vaccinate.
Now, Dylan is four, and Grace has been asked by her sister, Jana, to come home and help care for their father after his knee replacement surgery. Grace doesn’t really want to go home because she still harbors resentment toward him, and holds him responsible for her mothers cancer and subsequent death. His crime? He was, and still is-- a smoker.
Grace made the decision to go home after she was told that the deal to sell the Bed and Breakfast wasn’t going to happen. She didn’t want to tell Jasmine, because she was depending on the sale to be able to move to Texas and enroll her son into a special program for autistic children.
The day after Grace and Dylan arrived back home in Tennessee, Dylan developed what seemed to be a cold, and because she thought it was a cold she and Dylan went to church with her father and her sister’s family and helped out in the nursery. Dylan enjoyed helping his aunt take care of the babies and spending time with his cousin Hannah.
A few days later Dylan has the beginnings of a rash and a high fever…
Choices have consequences and now facing them both what will Grace do? Will she stay and face them or will she run when things get difficult?
I will not tell you anymore, because I don’t want to spoil the ending. I will tell say that this book is one that will tug at your heartstrings, and you will want to have a box of tissues near as you read.
I will definitely read more of Kathryn Cushman’s books.
**Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman was provided to me for free by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
After Grace was hired as office manager at the Blue Pacific Bed and Breakfast in Ventura, California. She became friends with the owners daughter, and her boss, Jasmine, and Collin, her son, who has been diagnosed with autism. Jasmine believes the autism is a result of the MMR vaccination. Grace who was expecting her son, Dylan, at the time, began to think about him and what would be the best choice for him. Her choice was not to vaccinate.
Now, Dylan is four, and Grace has been asked by her sister, Jana, to come home and help care for their father after his knee replacement surgery. Grace doesn’t really want to go home because she still harbors resentment toward him, and holds him responsible for her mothers cancer and subsequent death. His crime? He was, and still is-- a smoker.
Grace made the decision to go home after she was told that the deal to sell the Bed and Breakfast wasn’t going to happen. She didn’t want to tell Jasmine, because she was depending on the sale to be able to move to Texas and enroll her son into a special program for autistic children.
The day after Grace and Dylan arrived back home in Tennessee, Dylan developed what seemed to be a cold, and because she thought it was a cold she and Dylan went to church with her father and her sister’s family and helped out in the nursery. Dylan enjoyed helping his aunt take care of the babies and spending time with his cousin Hannah.
A few days later Dylan has the beginnings of a rash and a high fever…
Choices have consequences and now facing them both what will Grace do? Will she stay and face them or will she run when things get difficult?
I will not tell you anymore, because I don’t want to spoil the ending. I will tell say that this book is one that will tug at your heartstrings, and you will want to have a box of tissues near as you read.
I will definitely read more of Kathryn Cushman’s books.
**Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman was provided to me for free by Bethany House Publishers in exchange for my honest review.
April 27, 2011
Grace Graham has never stood and faced the challenges before her. She usually turns and runs away. Suddenly, she's faced with challenges in every direction and there is no where to run. Her job, romantic relationship, family relationships, and more are on the line. What's a woman to do?
That is the general outline for Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman. I was interested enough and thought it would be an enjoyable read. I was expecting the typical Christian romance novel. A few chapters in, I was disappointed to learn that this book is about far more than Grace and her challenges. There are several big issues involved, highly charges issues of our times. I felt let down that I was not warned about them in the preview materials I read. This went from a relaxing read to something playing with my emotions and thoughts. While I don't mind books that do that, I don't appreciate not having a warning about it. After much thought, I reasoned that the publisher has intentionally left this information out and I will respect that in my review, but if anyone would like more information, they may contact me and I will share more. Aside from that, the characters are written well enough. The Ruminating Reader gives 3 out of 5 pieces of bacon.
Kathryn Cushman practiced as a pharmacist until she became a full time novelist. She is also a wife and mother of two.
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I thought about the backyard and the stone circle around the tree. The place where people started over. They pushed through hard, impossible circumstances to do the right thing, even though they didn't want to. Even though maybe it wasn't really their fault.
February 3, 2011
I have been a loyal reader of Katie Cushman’s books for a while now and I have always liked them. I like her stories, especially the medical aspect she likes to include in a lot of her books. Her writing has always been excellent, especially her skill in creating tension.
I have noticed a trend with Katie’s books. They seem to be getting better with each one, a lot better. They have always been really good, but I seem to like each book better than the last. Another Dawn is one of the best books I have ever read. Ever. I don’t say that very often. I have a very short list of books I can say that about and that list just got a little longer with the addition of Another Dawn. There is absolutely nothing that I did not like about this book. The story was amazing. At first, I did not know where it was going to go, but once it got going, I could not put this book down. I just had to see what was going to happen and I was amazed at how real this story sounded. It is truly a one-of-a-kind.
As if the amazing story was not enough, the Christian message was powerful, strong and fit perfectly into the story. Readers will be able to learn a lot about themselves when they read this book and relate to Grace and how she has handled her life. Katie should be very proud of what she has achieved with this book. I can’t recommend Another Dawn enough. Be sure to pay special attention to the parts when Grace is talking to the old lady next door. You don’t want to miss the message.
I have noticed a trend with Katie’s books. They seem to be getting better with each one, a lot better. They have always been really good, but I seem to like each book better than the last. Another Dawn is one of the best books I have ever read. Ever. I don’t say that very often. I have a very short list of books I can say that about and that list just got a little longer with the addition of Another Dawn. There is absolutely nothing that I did not like about this book. The story was amazing. At first, I did not know where it was going to go, but once it got going, I could not put this book down. I just had to see what was going to happen and I was amazed at how real this story sounded. It is truly a one-of-a-kind.
As if the amazing story was not enough, the Christian message was powerful, strong and fit perfectly into the story. Readers will be able to learn a lot about themselves when they read this book and relate to Grace and how she has handled her life. Katie should be very proud of what she has achieved with this book. I can’t recommend Another Dawn enough. Be sure to pay special attention to the parts when Grace is talking to the old lady next door. You don’t want to miss the message.
May 7, 2011
Reading the back of the book does not even hint at the true topic of this book. I found this to be difficult to read as it is a topic that is close to home for myself.
Grace Graham is known for running every time life gets a little difficult. She would rather relocate than face those things that make her uncomfortable. This has caused her to be estranged from her family after her mother's death. After be called out on this by her sister she agrees to come home with her son Dylan to take care of her father following his knee surgery.
Although there are other issues to be dealt with the main is that of vaccinations. Kathryn Cushman has written an excellent book on this very hot and very debatable topic. Grace's choice not to immunize her son leads to devastating consequences when he develops measles and exposes his infant cousin and other children in the church nursery. This sets the scene for a melt-down and the opportunity for Grace to stand firm.
I did feel that Grace was treated unfairly by the townspeople. As this could just as easily been another non-immunized disease. However, the reaction was very realistic as people are sometimes driven by fear. And this fear can cause people to do cruel things.
I appreciate the apparent research Kathryn Cushman did in writing this story. During this trial Grace learns about love, courage, forgiveness and what she is truly made of. The story is rich and full of interesting characters.
Thank you Bethany House for this review copy.
Grace Graham is known for running every time life gets a little difficult. She would rather relocate than face those things that make her uncomfortable. This has caused her to be estranged from her family after her mother's death. After be called out on this by her sister she agrees to come home with her son Dylan to take care of her father following his knee surgery.
Although there are other issues to be dealt with the main is that of vaccinations. Kathryn Cushman has written an excellent book on this very hot and very debatable topic. Grace's choice not to immunize her son leads to devastating consequences when he develops measles and exposes his infant cousin and other children in the church nursery. This sets the scene for a melt-down and the opportunity for Grace to stand firm.
I did feel that Grace was treated unfairly by the townspeople. As this could just as easily been another non-immunized disease. However, the reaction was very realistic as people are sometimes driven by fear. And this fear can cause people to do cruel things.
I appreciate the apparent research Kathryn Cushman did in writing this story. During this trial Grace learns about love, courage, forgiveness and what she is truly made of. The story is rich and full of interesting characters.
Thank you Bethany House for this review copy.
February 4, 2011
I know it’s a good book when I read it in one afternoon. I started “Another Dawn” mid-afternoon and finished it that night.
I thought this book had an interesting premise. A mother, who refused the vaccinations for his son, is faced with what her choice could possibly have done to her hometown. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading. I stand on the opposite side of the vaccine debate- the side of Grace. Would the novel preach an agenda? And just how would this tie into a plot line?
Instead of making this agenda driven fiction, it became a type of “character” to the novel. The vaccine debate became external conflict, emotional angst and played against everything Grace has been her entire life long. To watch this character grow and change was nothing short of great writing. Her actions, the actions of those around her, I can promise I will read this book again… and again.
What I loved so much about it, is it goes beyond the superficial to dig deep into the heart of the issues. The relationships are especially profound.
This book offers more than just a well placed subject on a tired debate, it is a story filled with fulfilling characters, a succinct plot, great dialogue, and a satisfying ending. I think you’ll sigh with pleasure when you close this book- I did.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers for my copy to review through CFBA
I thought this book had an interesting premise. A mother, who refused the vaccinations for his son, is faced with what her choice could possibly have done to her hometown. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading. I stand on the opposite side of the vaccine debate- the side of Grace. Would the novel preach an agenda? And just how would this tie into a plot line?
Instead of making this agenda driven fiction, it became a type of “character” to the novel. The vaccine debate became external conflict, emotional angst and played against everything Grace has been her entire life long. To watch this character grow and change was nothing short of great writing. Her actions, the actions of those around her, I can promise I will read this book again… and again.
What I loved so much about it, is it goes beyond the superficial to dig deep into the heart of the issues. The relationships are especially profound.
This book offers more than just a well placed subject on a tired debate, it is a story filled with fulfilling characters, a succinct plot, great dialogue, and a satisfying ending. I think you’ll sigh with pleasure when you close this book- I did.
This review is my honest opinion. Thanks to the publishers for my copy to review through CFBA
July 10, 2011
Grace was "bullied" into a group of moms in California into not getting her child vaccinated. These moms, curiously enough, are moms who have autistic children. So the story progresses and her son contracts measles- and then passes it to the entire town- which is bad b/c measles can be deadly for babies. Grace is put through the ringer by the entire town by for being so "stupid" for not vaccinating her child- she apparently didn't think about the "consequences."
This was a very engaging story. As a mom, I wanted to keep reading to make sure that the kids would end up ok. I didn't, however, enjoy the strong take that the author took on the vaccination subject. I absolutely understand that this is personal so her- I believe she had a child who had measles. I am not arguing her points for vaccinating- I am, however, disappointed with how she treated the moms who chose not to vaccinate. She pretty much labeled them as tree hugging idiots. I am not sure if this is because she had a bad experience or because she has never known a child with autism.
I find that the mom's that choose not to vaccinated are very well educated and not the "well whatever" moms that some of the minor characters where portrayed to be.
I wouldn't recommend this to someone who has chosen not to vaccinate or to someone that doesn't have children in their life.
This was a very engaging story. As a mom, I wanted to keep reading to make sure that the kids would end up ok. I didn't, however, enjoy the strong take that the author took on the vaccination subject. I absolutely understand that this is personal so her- I believe she had a child who had measles. I am not arguing her points for vaccinating- I am, however, disappointed with how she treated the moms who chose not to vaccinate. She pretty much labeled them as tree hugging idiots. I am not sure if this is because she had a bad experience or because she has never known a child with autism.
I find that the mom's that choose not to vaccinated are very well educated and not the "well whatever" moms that some of the minor characters where portrayed to be.
I wouldn't recommend this to someone who has chosen not to vaccinate or to someone that doesn't have children in their life.
May 17, 2011
(RATING:4.5)ANOTHER DAWN by Kathryn Cushman is an interesting inspirational contemporary fiction set in present day Pacific Coast area.This is a story of dare consequences,autism,forgiveness,faith,second chances,healing,and speaks on the serious consequences of not vaccinating your children. This is the story of Grace,her family,her four year old son,Dylan,and how one decision effects the people around you.You can't help but find yourself caught in the family drama,the healing of this family,and of course you will love little Dylan.This story deals with serious issues,and family relationships.It also shows of both sides of the coin.It we all must take responsibility for our actions,the choices we make,and learn to forgive those around us. "Another Dawn" is a must read full of insight and it has opposing view points on childhood vaccinations and has faith unbound. This author has created another wonderful,heart wrenching story of love,family,faith,forgiveness and second chances. I would recommend this story to any and all contemporary fiction readers and any fan of medical information.This book was received for the purpose of review from the publisher and details can be found at Bethany House,a division of Baker Publishing Group and My Book Addiction Reviews.
March 12, 2015
Another Dawn by Kathryn Cushman
This story is about a young woman named Grace who has a little boy whom she loves and tries to be the "best Mommy". When he was born she chose not to do immunizations, wanting to not put chemicals into his body. She chose organic foods and they ate healthy.
Grace blames her dad for her mom's death because he smoked and she died from lung cancer. there is a rift that needs work between them. she moved away from home and started her career hardly ever looking back.
our story deals with going back because dad needs operation and sister nearby,having always helped with the father has problems with her child and needs help with Dad.
Grace goes reluctantly and many problems arise when her son comes down with measles...many repercussions from not doing immunizations.
Grace has the chance for a second chance to make things right...will she??
How do you feel about folks opting out of immunizations?
I think this author wants us to look at something that can be a very big problem in our world yet everyone should be able to make their own choices, shouldn't they?
This story is about a young woman named Grace who has a little boy whom she loves and tries to be the "best Mommy". When he was born she chose not to do immunizations, wanting to not put chemicals into his body. She chose organic foods and they ate healthy.
Grace blames her dad for her mom's death because he smoked and she died from lung cancer. there is a rift that needs work between them. she moved away from home and started her career hardly ever looking back.
our story deals with going back because dad needs operation and sister nearby,having always helped with the father has problems with her child and needs help with Dad.
Grace goes reluctantly and many problems arise when her son comes down with measles...many repercussions from not doing immunizations.
Grace has the chance for a second chance to make things right...will she??
How do you feel about folks opting out of immunizations?
I think this author wants us to look at something that can be a very big problem in our world yet everyone should be able to make their own choices, shouldn't they?
March 18, 2011
Another great one Katie, I agree, that with every book she improves even more, and she started out fabulous! This one opens up your eyes and helps you to see the other side of the story. And makes you question whether what you have always to believed to be helpful, may just not be. We shouldn’t just believe, we should research and question. Not everything in this world is good for us, some things are toxic and harmful. I loved how she brought some of the characters from her other books into this, and let you know that they are all doing well too. I know author is from TN and lives in Ca, and her character in this book is as well. And she brings her pharmacy degree and medical knowledge into book as well. She left it as you know things are not resolved totally, but you know Graces relationships are all on the mend as well as the health of her family. Does Dylan end up getting vaccinated?
I will be picking as a book club pick and hope that the author will be joining us for anothe conference call again.
I will be picking as a book club pick and hope that the author will be joining us for anothe conference call again.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 21, 2011
Grace Graham has spent years running from tough situations--until the day her sister calls with a plea for help with their widowed father. Given no choice, Grace and her four-year-old son leave their California home for Shoal Creek. Tennessee.
Grace plans to do the minimum asked of her, then leave as quickly as possible. But she didn't anticipate the events that would conspire to hold her in Tennessee. Decisions she made in years past put the life of her son and other children in danger, and she's forced to face the consequences of her choices.
Another Dawn explores contemporary issues in a way that is sure to cause readers to wonder if there are choices in their own lives that have had unintended consequences.
Cushman explores a serious issue with compassion and understanding. Be sure to keep a box of tissues nearby when you read this book.
Grace plans to do the minimum asked of her, then leave as quickly as possible. But she didn't anticipate the events that would conspire to hold her in Tennessee. Decisions she made in years past put the life of her son and other children in danger, and she's forced to face the consequences of her choices.
Another Dawn explores contemporary issues in a way that is sure to cause readers to wonder if there are choices in their own lives that have had unintended consequences.
Cushman explores a serious issue with compassion and understanding. Be sure to keep a box of tissues nearby when you read this book.
March 28, 2015
Grace Graham has a hard time facing up to reality. Her sister Jana, wants her to come to Shoal Creek, Tennessee to help their father recover from surgery and maybe mend a few fences. With her four year old son, Dylan she finds that life in Shoal Creek seems more backward than ever.
Then her son is diagnosed with measles, and Grace's fears over modern medicine takes a dangerous turn. The whole town is forced into quarantine and the locals focus the blame and their anger on Grace.
Grace feels alone and frightened until one brave woman chooses to reach out to her. When the outbreak takes a dangerous turn Grace doesn't think she can forgive herself. This is a story of acceptance and forgiveness.
Then her son is diagnosed with measles, and Grace's fears over modern medicine takes a dangerous turn. The whole town is forced into quarantine and the locals focus the blame and their anger on Grace.
Grace feels alone and frightened until one brave woman chooses to reach out to her. When the outbreak takes a dangerous turn Grace doesn't think she can forgive herself. This is a story of acceptance and forgiveness.
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