As she nears 40, Tessa Hargrave is proud of how she has lived her life. But when called to her estranged family's home in England after a 20-year absence, she must confront the agonizing memories of her past. Yet, a chance exists for reconciliation with her family, and an old love may be rekindled, if she has the strength to see it through.
A passionate novel of a woman torn by past sins and beckoning desires. At the start of World War II, a young girl is given a false name and sent from Europe's killing fields to Canada. Many years later, that girl's own daughter traces her mother's roots, only to discover a secret that could shake English society to its foundations.
Despite her parents' misgivings and the distrust of her new collaborator, novelist David Moreton, photographer Vivien Shaw eagerly accepts the chance to work with Moreton on a book about Barbados, and soon finds her life in danger.
As Thanksgiving draws near, Michelle Tyler, alone while her husband is overseas on business, thinks of her mother, who single-handedly raised Michelle after being disowned by her wealthy family. So when a letter arrives from Michelle's grandmother inviting her to attend the annual Tyler celebration, little does Michelle know that someone is plotting against the matriarch -- and will do anything to make Michelle leave.
Quiet Gardens describes a journey that seeks to re-investigate humankind's relationship with nature and, through this, an understanding of what is spiritual. For many, enjoying and/or making a garden is both a connection with the wider environment and a link to that which is beyond ourselves. From some of the unusual and remarkable gardens of the Christian charity, the Quiet Garden Trust, and conversations with some of today's leading garden creators and thinkers, the journey takes us on a path of exploration and discovery, via Buddhist, Ba'hai and Islamic gardens, to the making of an inter-faith garden which won a medal at the Chelsea Flower Show. It shows us that the relationship between meaning, spirituality and horticulture transcends cultural and religious differences and offers hope for the future.
This third book in a series of non-fiction work is the personal story of turning fifty in the '90s. It is a touching, heartfelt as well as humorous look at issues facing many--grown children, grandparenting--elderly parents--career change--facing one's own mortality--the special gifts each day brings. Critics call it inspiring. BALTIMORE MAGAZINE says "Every woman will recognize at least some part of her own life on these pages." In Susan White-Bowden's first book, EVERYTHING TO LIVE FOR (ISBN 0-9633762-2-5), she writes about the tragedy of her 17-year-old son's suicide. The Atlanta Journal & Constitution said of that book, "An exploration of all the whys without a single self-serving or dishonest statement." In 1985 it was on the American Library Association's best book list. Her second book, FROM A HEALING HEART (ISBN 0-9633762-1-7), brings comfort & guidance in surviving loss. The Compassionate Friends recommends it to all bereaved parents. And now with MOONBEAMS COME AT DARK TIMES we have the triumph over tragedy, the joy of survival. All three books are now available through WHITE-BOWDEN ASSOCIATES. This ensures that they stay in print, continuing to save lives, pulling lives back together, providing hope.
After losing her beloved Radcliffe Manor, Katherine is rescued from imprisonment by the now rightful heir to her home. Determined to regain Radcliffe Manor at any cost, Katherine agrees to marry Brendan. But they unwittingly become pawns in a dangerous game of intrigue between Queen Elizabeth and her deposed cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots.
Riona shines with happiness at her silver wedding anniversary party. But after the guests leave, her husband makes the shattering announcement that he is leaving her for a woman half his age. Betrayed and bewildered, Riona begins a journey toward unexpected romance . . . and her own new beginning.
Alyssa Harcourt is sought by the son of Sir Philip Radcliffe, but it is actually Sir Philip whom Alyssa loves. And although Sir Philip's love for Alyssa is strong, he cannot quite deny the feelings he has for the sensual and provocative Mary, Queen of Scots.
This is a true story about a little dog who came into the life of a popular, prizewinning. Baltimore television reporter three months after her teenage son's suicide in 1977. The dog named Duski, was instantly familiar with the house surroundings, and family and gave the grieving mother reason to wonder about the dog's origin eventually bringing her to question a possible spiritual connection to her beloved son. The story spans 25 years from 1977 to 2002 and is told in reflection from two locations, a beach house on the Delaware shore and from the family farm in Maryland.
A mom's work is never done. Between keeping the house clean, doing the laundry, making the meals, and shuttling the family around to soccer practice, ballet recitals, etc. moms have got their work cut out for them! But what about the fun stuff? What about the stuff that will make a child's eyes glitter with anticipation and excitement? And where can a Mom learn these invaluable tricks? Mom's Guide to being a Superhero is a mother's one-stop guide for over 100 skills and tricks for adding that extra touch. The book is a humorous, yet highly practical approach to what people need to do in order to spend a full day with a child (let alone three of them).
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