California May |
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| Author:
| Graham, Martha |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4823-0699-6 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2013 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $12.00 |
Book Description:
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What would happen if Jane Austen met Laura Ingalls Wilder? Hopefully, something like California May.In California, May 1919,Thomas and Mary wed. They escape Thomas' domineering mother when they learn they have inherited a farm in Belmont, Kentucky. The following year, their daughter, California May is born.When Pa breaks his leg the neighbors come to help harvest. Among them is Josh Hill, the most feared schoolyard bully. Josh and Callie form a surprising bond.When Callie falls in love...
More DescriptionWhat would happen if Jane Austen met Laura Ingalls Wilder? Hopefully, something like California May.In California, May 1919,Thomas and Mary wed. They escape Thomas' domineering mother when they learn they have inherited a farm in Belmont, Kentucky. The following year, their daughter, California May is born.When Pa breaks his leg the neighbors come to help harvest. Among them is Josh Hill, the most feared schoolyard bully. Josh and Callie form a surprising bond.When Callie falls in love with dashing rogue, Frank Robbins, it's an ill-fated marriage. She finds true happiness when Ben Cooper knocks on her door. But Ben begins searching for evidence linking a high stakes poker game to a string of murders. The results are deadly.From Model T's to World War II to tie dye curtains, Callie May faces devastating loss and the challenge of raising three children with grace, courage, and enduring friendship.