Diese Autorin erforscht komplexe Beziehungen und menschliche Emotionen durch ihre Erzählungen. Ihre Werke zeichnen sich durch scharfen Einblick in die menschliche Psyche und emotionale Tiefe aus. Mit einem Gespür für Details und Sprache erschafft sie unvergessliche Charaktere, die die Leser in den Strudel ihrer Schicksale ziehen. Ihr Schreiben ist ein Beweis für die Kraft der Geschichte und ihre Fähigkeit, die tiefsten Teile unserer Seelen zu berühren.
Penny Maybe ist 16 Jahre alt und steht ganz allein da: ihre Eltern sind tot, ihre Ziehmutter will sie rauswerfen. Penny würde verrückt werden, wenn sie nicht eine Sehnsucht hätte: Sie will den riesigen Ontariosee durchschwimmen. Als sie beginnt, ihren Traum in die Tat umzusetzen, ändert sich ihr Leben radikal. "Penny Maybe" ist die rührend-komische Geschichte eines eigenwilligen Mädchens in Seenot.
Set in the picturesque Cutter's Cove, Maine, this story follows Kathy Jennings, who discovers a magical sea stone promising love at 60. Her lifelong friend, Becky, a marathon runner, is diagnosed with terminal cancer while training for a charity race. Kathy, stepping out of her comfort zone, decides to run the race for Becky, facing her own challenges along the way. As both women confront their past traumas and the loss of faith, Kathy must navigate the joy of newfound love with the pain of impending loss, ultimately seeking solace in God.
Set in the fictional town of Washte, Nebraska, the narrative follows Alice Birdwistle, a single mother facing the challenges of raising her strong-willed teenage daughter, Gracie. As Alice navigates the complexities of her life, including the loss of her job at the Quick Pik, she becomes embroiled in the unsettling mystery of her neighbor's disappearance, adding to her struggles and uncertainties.
Set in a small upstate New York town, the story follows Cecilia Grimsby as she returns home after a four-year absence. She confronts the unresolved turmoil of her past, navigating the complexities of her relationships and the memories that haunt her. This first installment in the series delves into themes of reconciliation and personal growth amidst the backdrop of a close-knit community.
A tattoo artist in Ann Arbor, Mike Aul's life changes when a recurring dream leads him to paint an elderly Native American man. After showcasing the painting at a Phoenix art exhibition, he meets Arthur White Horse, a Navajo grandfather who claims the figure is a past-life friend with an important message. Skeptical yet intrigued, Mike visits the Navajo Reservation, where he embarks on a transformative journey that challenges his beliefs and alters his identity.
The story follows Mike Aul, who grapples with his past traumas from the Navajo Indian Reservation while facing an urgent request for help from his friend Arthur White Horse. Torn between his mental health and loyalty, Mike decides to visit Arthur in Arizona, expecting a simple task. However, upon arrival, he discovers that the situation is far more serious than he anticipated, leading him into a challenging and unexpected journey that tests his resilience and friendship.