Where Trees Touch the Sky
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About the Book Where Trees Touch the Sky
Title: Where Trees Touch the Sky
Series: National Parks
Author: Karen Barnett
Publisher: Kregel
Release Date: August 13, 2024
Genre: Christian Fiction, Dual Timeline
Some secrets have shadows as long as the redwoods are tall.
In the early 1920s, the accelerating destruction of the California redwoods was more than nature-loving Marion Baker can bear. Throwing herself headlong into the work of the Save the Redwoods League, she is shocked to learn that Frank Duncan, a man she’s grown to love, is the son of one of the area’s worst timber barons. Though devastated by the betrayal, she realizes this could also be an opportunity–if only she can convince him to help preserve her favorite grove from his father’s greedy grasp. Is her love strong enough to persuade him to save these precious trees? Or will Marion choose to sacrifice her beliefs to keep Frank by her side?
Nearly fifty years later, in 1972, polio survivor June Turner is deeply proud of the legacy her great aunt Marion has left as a redwood warrior. And despite her disability, June is determined to prove herself capable as a ranger at the recently established Redwood National Park, even if it means taking to the trails with her crutch in hand.
What better way to carry on the family tradition of preserving God’s magnificent creation?
When aspiring film student Adam Garner approaches June to help make a documentary about Marion’s life, she swiftly grabs the opportunity to spread her aunt’s worthy reputation. That is, until they unearth a secret that might shatter the family legacy. In the scramble for answers, June may lose not only her family pride but also her own dreams.
Karen Barnett’s beautifully crafted split-time novel, set against the majestic backdrop of a beloved national park, immerses the reader in history that feels as fresh as if it happened yesterday.
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My Thoughts on Where Trees Touch the Sky
Where Trees Touch the Sky is a split-time novel that is amazing! I loved the two stories and how they intertwined. As a nurse, I specifically liked the polio references and learning more about that as it’s pretty much not an issue in our day and age.
This is definitely a Christian novel and I loved the references to God and scriptures. The characters had to struggle and learn from it. Watching them grow and learn over and over was fun. The scenery was amazing! I felt like I was there and I truly want to visit now.
I love the 20s, Marion. She’s a nurse (how progressive) and an activist. She is going to save the trees! Through saving the trees she meets a timber baron. And then in the 70s, we have her niece June. June is a polio survivor. She’s a park ranger because she wants to carry on with her family legacy.
This is a wonderful novel! I hope you get the chance to read it too.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from JustRead Publicity Tours. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
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