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Kristy Cambron

Autor(a) de The Butterfly and the Violin

25 Works 1,293 Membros 161 Reviews

About the Author

Kristy Cambron is an award-winning author of Christian fiction, including her bestselling debut. The Butterfly and the Violin, and an author of Bible studies, including the Verse Mapping series. She is a passionate storyteller who travels to speak at ministry events across the country, encouraging mostrar mais women to experience a deeper life in the Word through verse mapping. Her work has been named to Publishers Weekly Religion Spirituality TOP 10, Library Journal Reviews' Best Books, and PT Reviewers' Choice Awards, and received 2015 and 2017 INSPY Award nominations. mostrar menos

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Indiana, USA

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ENDURING LOVE SURVIVES AGAINST ALL ODDS!

Award-winning writer Kristy Cambron has gifted readers with an exquisite novel based on an enduring love that survives against all odds. Cambron is passionate about her research, as illustrated in the depth and richness of her writing. She has chosen the setting of Coventry and the period from the Great War through the Coventry Blitz of WWII for this novel.

Cambron has written a story that will touch your soul. Amos and Charlotte have been friends all of their lives, even though she was the daughter of an Earl and he was the son of a tenement farmer. They were best friends and planned to marry, but another man who wanted Charlotte for himself interrupted their plans. That one act would change the course of both their lives for many generations. Amos and Charlotte eventually become competitive booksellers but respect one another enough to “stay in their own lane.” War has a way of changing things, righting wrongs, and making people realize the truth that has been in front of their eyes the whole time. It opens your eyes to those who have been constant, loyal, and always ready to put their lives on the line for the other one. This is a beautifully moving story of an enduring love that survives against all odds!

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book by Thomas Nelson and NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own and without influence.
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lisaghudson | outras 4 resenhas | Mar 16, 2024 |
What a beautiful story of war and love.

Charlotte was an earl's daughter and Amos was the son of a gardener, but they both shared a love of books. They had dreams until Will Holt, the future Earl of Harcourt, proposed to Charlotte, and caused problems for Amos. Amos was sent to jail and hoped that when he was released, his future would be with Charlotte. However, the future held a different path for Amos and Charlotte.

Twenty-five years later, during World War II, Charlotte looked after the Hold estate, taking over the Land Girls. At the same time, she ran a bookstore with her daughter. There was another bookstore across the street. Its owner was Amos, the guy she had dreamed of sharing a bookstore with, but now he was a rival bookseller. Another problem arose when Detroit's legal representative, Jacob Cole, showed up unexpectedly with a case against her daughter.

From the fields and streets of Coventry to war battles and survival, this book tells the extraordinary story of two people determined to fulfill the dreams their lives had in store for them. I devoured this book, but it wasn't a surprise to me because Kristy Cambron is one of my favorite authors. This story confronts the reader with love, hate, sadness and forgiveness. Beautifully written, with two timelines that seamlessly weave together to reveal a love story that has endured over the years. It's a slower read, but it's filled with pages of beautiful story.
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Maret-G | outras 4 resenhas | Feb 14, 2024 |
It's been a while since I've read a Kristy Cambron book. I've almost forgotten how satisfying her stories are. The newest offering from this masterful author once again proves why she's a favorite in the historical fiction world. Set in Coventry, England during the early days of WWII, the history of the blitz of this area is seamlessly woven into a tale of regret, misunderstanding, bravery, sacrifice, and redemption between star-crossed lovers. The flashbacks to what happened between Amos and Charlotte during the years of WWI flow beautifully into how they work together during WWII preparing for an inevitable blitz of their beloved city.
I loved Amos and his loyal, tender heart beneath his gruffness. He was so real - complete with scars, hurts, secrets, and shame. Charlotte and her strong, steady spirit was admirable. I liked Charlotte's daughter Eden and her independent attitude and outlook. And Jacob, the American solicitor, rounded out the fabulous main character set and added a heaping dash of charm, fun, and intrigue.
It's a beautifully written historical fiction that probes at the meaning of community, humanity amidst war, forgiveness, and sacrificial love.

I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Thomas Nelson via NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.
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SBMC | outras 4 resenhas | Jan 21, 2024 |
An inspirational WWII story based on true events; a tribute to the bravery of the men and women of Coventry, England.

The dual timeline format is effectively used to build the back story of Charlotte and Amos. Bouncing between their youth in the WW1 era, to the next world war around 1940, the full picture is revealed piece by piece. A classic tale of an unrequited romance--one with class and social barriers--this pair sure went through a lot. Amos in particular suffered physically and mentally in the aftermath of the war. The topic of PTSD is underlined in a period when little was known about it. The author's careful research of the actual history is woven into the story and well documented in the index. The people showed such courage and stalwart efforts to 'soldier on' in difficult circumstances. I love how the author also featured characters from the Women's Land Army. They were a colorful bunch.

Readers who enjoy an in depth WWII story based on real events, with some clean romance and inspirational moments, should enjoy this one. 4.5 stars

(An ebook was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.)
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WildflowerMom | outras 4 resenhas | Jan 12, 2024 |

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