Set in the late 1890s in the Appalacian Mountains this story shows what determined love can do. Worie becomes an orphan at 19 years of age with two estranged older brothers. One brother is a drunk and the other brother brutal. Worie sets out to carry on her mother's legacy of tending to orphaned children. The author does a remarkable job of helping the reader become immersed in the culture of the Appalacian people. She stays true to their traditions as she tells Worie's story. Historical facts, psychological themes, family drama, Biblical truths and controversial decisions are found in this book. In one book the author has given much to ponder even after the last page is read and the book is closed.
I was given this book by the publishers but was not required to write a positive review.
