Böcker av M E Blake

In this contemporary novel, young newlyweds Aimee and Rob discover that marriage is more wonderful than they had dreamed – and more difficult, with challenges from within and without, testing their newfound faith. There are surprising problems of adjustment, issues with Aimee’s job and unexpected conflict with her family. Rob struggles with issues from his past that threaten his fragile relationship with his mother: can she maintain her sobriety? Aimee’s parents face an upheaval in their marriage that leads them to reexamine their troubled pasts. Two problem pregnancies: how will they end? Are fathers important? Or even necessary? Rob and Aimee examine their views about abortion. Rob makes a decision that puts his future in med school at risk. Gramps faces an on-going conflict in the nursing home that worries them all. 

An old man on the edge of despair overhears words that instill hope....and fear. Is his life in danger? Allegations of patient abuse rock the nursing home. A young man makes a discovery that changes his life forever. He and a young woman grapple with the meaning of love, sexuality, the relevance of marriage, and life. The Vietnam War casts a long shadow as old memories are disturbed. A battered old album holds the key but the owner refuses to open it. Alcohol abuse affects everyone with its legacy of broken relationships and broken people. Can they be put back together?And then there is the dog....what is the meaning of his name? Who will claim him?The story line captured my attention from the very beginning and I couldn''t put the book down! Graceful....funny....enjoyable to read.-Sarah F., member, State of Ohio, Board of Education.Such a great book! It intertwines the harsh realities of life into a sweet love story. I could hardly tear myself away.-Brenda G.