Down by the River
by Lin Stepp
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Pub Date May 27 2014 | Archive Date Jun 06 2014
Kensington Books | Kensington
Description
Set against the backdrop of Tennessee's breathtaking Smoky Mountains, Lin Stepp's Down By the River is a warm-hearted novel that proves it's never too late--or too early--for a fresh start. . .
While on a visit to the Smokies, Grace Conley makes a stunning decision: she's going to walk away from her busy life in Nashville to move to tiny Townsend and open a bed and breakfast. There's a beautiful old inn for sale along the Little River that will do perfectly. Of course, Grace's family is scandalized. After all, she's a middle-aged widow! And as a career homemaker, she's always been available for babysitting, chauffeuring, and generally being the peacemaker among her grown children. Has Grace lost her mind? She begins to wonder the same thing once she finds herself attracted to the local ladies' man. But the surprises don't stop there. . .
To further complicate her move, Grace's daughter, Margaret, has grudgingly come to live with her. Having just graduated from college, remote Townsend is not where she envisions her future. Yet the handsome young minister next door is convinced he and Margaret are meant for each other. As life choices abound, soon both women will discover that the biggest decisions require confidence, a sense of humor--and a deep, abiding faith.
Praise for Lin Stepp and her Smoky Mountain Novels
"I've finally come across someone that believes in all the things that I do. . .love, family, faith, intrigue, mystery, loyalty, romance, and a great love for our beloved Smoky Mountains." –Dolly Parton
"A wonderful, new Southern voice." --Joan Medlicott, author of the bestselling The Ladies of Covington series
Advance Praise
Well, I’ve finally come across someone that believes in all the things that I do...love, family, faith, intrigue, mystery, loyalty, romance, and a great love for our beloved Smoky Mountains. Lin Stepp, I salute you.”—Dolly Parton
“Lin Stepp paints a charming portrait of the Smokies, their people, and a wonderful way of life. A richly satisfying novel of love, family and friendship.”
—Deborah Smith, New York Times bestselling author, on The Foster Girls
“Stepp is an amazing storyteller, weaving seamlessly from the male character’s point of view to the female’s. The romance exhibited is pure, natural and heartwarming. There is a spiritual edge to the story, but the author refrains from making it preachy or too religious. This tale also serves as inspiration that it is never too late for love if you are just open to finding it.”
– RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
“Stepp establishes a lovely sense of place in the novel, capturing the sights and sounds of Tennessee’s breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains. Woven amid the evenly paced plot are prominent religious messages and biblical scripture centered on finding a deeper faith in God and trusting that there is a reason for what happens in our lives.” – Booklist
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781617732768 |
| PRICE | $15.00 (USD) |
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