When Heaven Thunders

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About the Book When Heaven Thunders

WHEN THE DEVIL WEARS BLUE AND GRAY, DOING THE RIGHT THING CAN BE A THORNY MATTER.

His family is missing. Bushwhackers are sleeping in his bed. This war just got a heap more personal for Union Sergeant Fin Dabney.

Fighting guerillas in your own neck of the woods comes at a high price. Neighbours, kin, and even Fin’s best friend are on the wrong end of a rifle. But not all battles are fought amid smoke and blood. When Fin faces a murderer from his past, flesh and spirit collide, but only one can prevail.

Melinda Jane has waited a lifetime for Fin to declare his intentions. But now she has moved on to other interests—with disastrous results. Her choices have cost her Fin’s love and possibly her life.

Why was it he could draw down on the enemy and look death in the eye, but he could not bring himself to deal plainly with Melinda Jane? He never told her how he felt. Now he may never get the chance.

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WHEN THE MOUNTAINS WEPT WHEN HEAVEN THUNDERS IN TEMPEST WINDS (spring 2025)
Kendy Pearson’s devotion to history and faith shines through every chapter of this novel. While addressing struggles unique to the American Civil War, this redemptive story translates well to the inner battles we all face within ourselves. Exploring soul-level choices—between faith and fear, self-preservation and sacrifice, forgiveness and resentment—are themes both timely and timeless. A must-read for fans of well-researched, immersive Christian historical fiction. —Jocelyn Green, Christy Award-winning author of A River Between Us

Pearson pulls back the curtain on war-torn America in this moving story of love and sacrifice. Loyalties are tested, hidden motives are unearthed, and danger lurks for more than just the enlisted soldiers in When Heaven Thunders. This story will have you rooting for Fin and Melinda Jane, and on the edge of your seat to see if good will triumph over evil. —Erica Vetsch, author of the Of Cloaks & Daggers Regency Mystery series.

This Civil War romance ( When Heaven Thunders ) beautifully weaves historical detail with deep emotional resonance. The characters are richly drawn, and the narrative unfolds at a deliberate pace, allowing readers to fully immerse themselves in the era and the heart-touching journey of the protagonists. A captivating read!—Lynnette Bonner, USA Today Bestselling author of the Wyldhaven, The Shepherd’s Heart, and Oregon Promise series

Kendy Pearson is a gifted author who can bring the past to life with her character development and descriptive scenes.

About the Author of When Heaven Thunders

Kendy Pearson is a worship leader, Bluegrass fiddler, and Civil War reenactment enthusiast. As a veteran high school teacher, she loves to discover a pocket of American history missing from the schoolbooks and turn that pocket inside out. Her novels lead fictitious characters through historical events and settings, engaging with period personalities. And she always includes a romantic thread to warm the heart. Every story is a journey through tragedy, secrets, regrets, and God’s undeniable grace.

She is the recipient of multiple lit awards and enjoys public speaking and teaching writing workshops. When away from the computer, she relishes ice cream, snowy days, fireplaces, and maple trees. Kendy is the mother of four grown children and lives with her sweet hubby and two amusing miniature dachshunds. Visit her at https://kendypearson.com

My Thoughts on When Heaven Thunders

When Heaven Thunders is a wonderful historical fiction novel about the Civil War. It’s a great take on the brother vs brother dynamic.  As someone who lives in the midwest states, and a border state, plus a state that was big in guerilla warfare(it’s Missouri if you didn’t know), this book was wonderful.  I have grown up with tales of fighting and people being shot in their fields while plowing.  It’s real.  It’s true.  And it’s even more than what fiction is.  

Fun note.  The author’s last name is Pearson.  My maiden name is Pierson.  Growing up there was a boy next door with the last name of Pearson, his first name was Erik.  Image Erin and Eric with the same but different last names and only months apart from each other.  Yes, everyone thought we were siblings or even twins.  Crazy!

Okay, back to the story. 

One, this is part of a series.  You should definitely read the whole series and read it in order.  Don’t just start with this book.  I mean, you could but you’d miss out on a lot of things that would help it make more sense. 

Fin and Melinda Jane are the main characters.  For years Fin has grown up with Melinda Jane like a sister to him.  It’s like she’s part of the family.  But his feelings have changed and he definitely does not view her as a sister anymore.  But can he tell her?  And how?  Does she feel the same?

And of course, the war is raging on around them so it’s not like it’s just a sweet romance either.  Well, it is a sweet romance but there is more than just romance.  

This book takes a deeper look at the brother-against-brother part of the war.  It truly was a hard time in our history and no matter which side you were on you were going to be on the losing side when it came to death and destruction because no one was immune to that.  

You’re going to love the romance.  And I have a feeling you’ll love watching the characters deepen in their knowledge of God and His love throughout the novel as well. 

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.