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A place called home

Lori Wick

361 pages

A suspenseful yet comforting journey from fearful isolation to the warm embrace of faith, love, and community.

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What it feels like

Reading this book feels like stepping out of a cold, threatening night into a warm, brightly lit room. The narrative opens with a palpable sense of dread and deep loneliness, pulling the reader into a tense escape from shadowy threats. However, the pace soon settles into a steady, comforting rhythm as the focus shifts from fear to sanctuary. The atmosphere transforms from ominous to deeply nurturing, wrapping the reader in themes of newfound faith, community healing, and gentle romance. The prose is accessible and earnest, prioritizing emotional sincerity over complex twists. It is a perfect fit for readers who crave a blend of mild suspense and wholesome comfort, offering a reassuring emotional arc where love and faith ultimately provide a shield against the darkness.

Mood
  • tense
  • lonely
  • comforting
  • warm
Tone
  • earnest
  • suspenseful
  • hopeful
  • sincere
Pace
steady
Themes
finding sanctuary · overcoming grief · discovering faith · building a new life · healing through community
The writing
Accessible and straightforward, focusing on emotional sincerity and gentle suspense.
The arc
Moves from deep loneliness and fearful isolation to a sustained sense of love, faith, and belonging.
Who it's for
Readers who enjoy gentle romantic suspense intertwined with themes of faith and finding a safe haven.
Content notes
  • grief
  • threat of violence

About the book

As the dim lights of the train station faded, Christine Bennett wondered if she would ever see home again. With the death of her grandfather, Christine experienced a deep loneliness she'd never felt before.

The words of his will rang in her ears: "In the event of my granddaughter's death, everything will go to Vince Jeffers." Jeffers watched her with an evil look that made her shiver.

Now, afraid of what might happen, she was obeying a note she had received saying she was in danger and must leave town immediately.

After escaping to the community of Baxter, Christine begins to piece together a new life. The love she finds there, along with newfound faith, sustains her as she faces the threat of danger.

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