I want to tell you about a new series of books that I was introduced to by my friends at WaterBrook Press........

The Change & Cherish Series by Jane Kirkpatrick follows the life of feisty Emma Geisy.  These books are set in 1800's America and are based on a true story (which I love!)  Here are summaries of each book in the series:

A Clearing in the Wild

Spirited young Emma Wagner chafes at the constraints of her 1850s religious community, which values conformity over independent thought, especially in women. Skeptical of the colony’s growing emphasis on preparing for “the last days,” Emma clashes with their increasingly autocratic leader—and faces the unexpected consequences of pursuing independence.

A Tendering in the Storm

This lyrical novel, based on an historical figure of the 1800s, follows the spirited and intelligent Emma Giesy, who achieves her goal of separating her family from the repressive religious community in which she grew up. But unexpected and dire consequences leave her family—and her faith—struggling to survive.

  A Mending at the Edge

This richly textured novel, the third in the acclaimed Change and Cherish series, follows the historical figure of Emma Wagner Giesy, who chafes under the restrictions of her 1860s religious colony. When her bid to belong in her unique way unravels her most precious relationships, she seeks new ways to stitch meaning into her life. 

Jane Kirkpatrick is the best-selling author of two nonfiction books and fourteen historical novels, including the popular Kinship and Courage series. Her award-winning writing has appeared in more than fifty publications, including Sports Afield and Decision. She’s won the coveted Western Heritage Wrangler Award, an honor shared by such writers as Larry McMurtry and Barbara Kingsolver. Jane is a licensed clinical social worker as well as an internationally recognized speaker. She and her husband, Jerry, ranch 160 acres in eastern Oregon.

I have not had time to read through this entire series yet, but I'm working on it!  I would encourage you to check them out for yourself!

Have you read these, or any other books, by Jane Kirkpatrick?  If so, I'd love to hear your thoughts......

CONTEST: I have one copy of A Mending at the Edge to give away.  If this sounds like a book you'd like to read, please leave a comment (along with contact information if you're not a homeschoolblogger) and I'll put your name in a drawing.  I'll announce a winner on Thursday (the 24th).

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Apr. 21, 2008 - Sounds like good reading...

Posted by proverbsmomof3

Now this sounds like a book I would enjoy. I love biographies and fact based historical fiction. Please put me in the drawing for this one. Thanks.

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Apr. 22, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Thanks for visiting my blog Heidi, I've been enjoying stopping by yours from time to time too! -- This is a book I'd be interested in reading, please enter me in your contest.

nov231973 at gmail.com

Tammy

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Apr. 24, 2008 - Sounds like a great series,

Posted by FaithfulGrace

I've always wanted to read Jane Kirkpatrick's books.

I'm enjoying Experiencing the Resurrection.
Thank you for the review,
Linda

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