Hope Springs
Hope Springs by Kim Cash Tate is a Christian novel that
deals with many family and personal dynamics. The story is set in the small Southern
town of Hope Springs. With her husband
serving a medical mission out of the country, Stephanie returns home to become
a caregiver for her terminally ill grandmother. Janelle, with her two small children, hopes to
find solace in her childhood home town as she mourns the death of her husband. Becca comes to Hope Springs, her husband’s
boyhood home, with misgivings over leaving the big city that affords her contacts
for her own ministry. These women, along with other family members, the diner
waitress, and two pastors help each other deal with personal tragedies as they
bond across racial differences. The story
contains several romantic subplots; for example, Janelle reunites with her high school boyfriend only to
discover he is going through an acrimonious divorce. Their relationship takes many twists and
turns.
A strong Christian witness is embedded throughout the novel.
The characters are realistic and
contemporary; their problems and
concerns are real. Frequent Bible verses
and references to holy living are emphasized. At times, however, an overabundance of
dialogue becomes tiresome to follow.
I was given a complimentary e-book copy of this book from
the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions
expressed here are my own.
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