Refining Emma

by Delia Parr

Overview

When tragedy befalls the village of Candlewood, Emma Garrett graciously opens the doors of her boardinghouse to those in need. But two guests prove so disagreeable, Emma wonders how she can turn the other cheek—and what will become of the rest of her guests.

Adding to the turmoil are the legal problems threatening the title to her house. And when Zachary Breckenwith makes a most surprising—and troubling—announcement, Emma's once-sure foundation is in danger of crumbling.

In a season of trial and uncertainty, Emma must discover anew the source of her strength.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764200878
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	06/01/2007
Series:	Candlewood Trilogy , #2
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	837,931
Product dimensions:	8.30(w) x 10.86(h) x 0.82(d)

About the Author

Delia Parr is the author of seventeen historical and inspirational historical romance novels, including The Midwife's Tale, Hearts Awakening, Love's First Bloom, and Hidden Affections. The mother of three grown children, she was a longtime high school teacher in southern New Jersey before retiring to Florida's sunny west coast. In between visits to her grandchildren in several different states, she spends her time writing and volunteering alongside other women who share a bond of sisterhood as sisters of faith.

Editorial Reviews

Refining Emma by Delia Parr was a wonderful read. The book flowed wonderfully and the character's personalities were defined in the storyline perfectly. As a reader you saw and felt Emma's heart that she had for people and for her love of the Lord. Refining Emma was a book about the power of unconditional love and how we have the choice to use that power to change lives.
—Maisha Walker

roadtoromance.ca

In Refining Emma Delia Parr brings to life the town of Candlewood, New York with fun characters and great depictions of the setting. Readers are at once taken back to the time and place where community meant everything and the people lived simply. Parr takes special care in bringing the delightful characters to the forefront. People like the Reverend Glenn, Mother Garrett, matchmaker extraordinaire and Aunt Frances her partner in crime-all make the story more poignant and add color and depth to the sweet story.

RomanceDesigns.com

It is a must-read for those who like to picture the past with its hard-working people and the simpler lifestyle, along with the refined romanticism.
—Sharon I. Rideout

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