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Dec 11, 2020 Tina rated it really liked it

This is a Historical Fiction, and this is the second book in the Orphans of Hope House series. I love the characters of this book, and I really love books that has hard headed and strong well women as the main characters. This book is well-written, and the storyline is great. This is covers some hard hitting topics, and there is some heartbreaking things in it. This book as these heartbreaking topics, but it is cover so well. The beginning was slow moving and it to me a few characters to get pul This is a Historical Fiction, and this is the second book in the Orphans of Hope House series. I love the characters of this book, and I really love books that has hard headed and strong well women as the main characters. This book is well-written, and the storyline is great. This is covers some hard hitting topics, and there is some heartbreaking things in it. This book as these heartbreaking topics, but it is cover so well. The beginning was slow moving and it to me a few characters to get pulled in. This is a great historical fiction book to read if you do not want a book not about war. There is a little about the war, but it is a super small part of the book. I was kindly provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Bookouture) or author (Rachel Wesson) via NetGalley, so I can give honest review about how I feel about this book. I want to send a big Thank you to them for that. ...more

Dec 22, 2020 Laura rated it it was amazing

There are not many books that make me cry but this one definitely did!

I was so happy to be reunited with the characters from Hope House. Lauren and Becky are still trying to run the orphanage on limited funds while supporting even more children. Both women are still being pursued by their men but both have been hurt in relationships and are reluctant in the romance department.

These young women are so strong in their fight for these kids and so many in their community.

Thanks so much to netgalley

There are not many books that make me cry but this one definitely did!

These young women are so strong in their fight for these kids and so many in their community.

Thanks so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc. The opinions are my own.

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Jan 15, 2021 Robyn rated it really liked it

A baby on the Doorstep by Rachel Wesson is an emotional read. One that will tug on your heartstrings from all the trials and tribulations faced during The Great Depression. At the heart of it all stands Hope House, an orphanage run by Lauren and Becky, both still young women themselves. While this is a fiction story, there are many historical facts that run parallel. It was heartbreaking to hear a part of our history that is not often talked about. The relocation of thousands of people who lived A baby on the Doorstep by Rachel Wesson is an emotional read. One that will tug on your heartstrings from all the trials and tribulations faced during The Great Depression. At the heart of it all stands Hope House, an orphanage run by Lauren and Becky, both still young women themselves. While this is a fiction story, there are many historical facts that run parallel. It was heartbreaking to hear a part of our history that is not often talked about. The relocation of thousands of people who lived on the mountain in Virginia had their homes taken from them and their land was seized in order to create a national park. So many displaced families now homeless, with very little money, young children they can now no longer care for properly and having to make a terrible choice of letting their babies go and hopefully be welcomed into the fold at Hope House instead of a county home. Here is where this story begins, when a father makes a tough choice having to leave his baby daughter, Maisie, on the doorstep of Hope House, with a letter promising to return one day.

Even though Lauren and Becky struggled to make ends meet so they can take care of the children in their care I could see how hard they worked themselves to ensure the safety of the children. Both women have troubled painful pasts and have a hard time trusting men even while having a good man in their life wanting to help. Lauren and Becky are both strong but damaged and I loved seeing how they both grow in the story and their passion they have for the orphanage even while facing money problems and a possible eviction looming over their heads.

I do want to preface this all by saying, I did have a little bit of a difficult time within the first 20 pages or so keeping up with every character in the story and I felt like the beginning of their stories was already told previously, so I did a little search and realized this is a second book in a series. The first book, A Home for Unloved Orphans, was on my TBR this entire time, Ugh! I am definitely going to have to read it next. Although this is technically the second book, it can be read on its own, but I would probably suggest picking up the first book as well.

This is a truly beautiful story and one I am glad to have read.

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Jan 24, 2021 Natalie rated it it was amazing

This is a historical fiction set in Virginia through the Depression era.

The main character is a strong willed woman which I love to read about in books.

The book hits some hard hitting topic matters but it doesn't take away from the main story.

The community as a whole takes care of each other.

The story flows well with great characters.

Highly recommend.

This is a historical fiction set in Virginia through the Depression era.

The main character is a strong willed woman which I love to read about in books.

The book hits some hard hitting topic matters but it doesn't take away from the main story.

The community as a whole takes care of each other.

The story flows well with great characters.

Highly recommend.

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Jan 24, 2021 Elaine rated it it was amazing

This is an emotive rollercoaster read set in the Depression of the 1930s and making it very clear what happened to so many people during this era. I hadn't realised this was the second book in a series until I'd finished it and I have to say that not reading the first book didn't detract from my enjoyment of this one.

Lauren Greenwood is endeavouring to run Hope House, an orphanage, but money is tight for everyone and for children who have no one else that is even worse. She is struggling to keep

Lauren Greenwood is endeavouring to run Hope House, an orphanage, but money is tight for everyone and for children who have no one else that is even worse. She is struggling to keep food on the table for all the orphans and to keep paying the mortgage on the home where they live. The story starts with a baby girl secretly being left on the doorstep by her father after the family lost their home and were unsure how they could keep her safe. He leaves a note telling them her name, Maisie, and promising to return for her.

This story tells how Lauren and Becky work together to look after Maisie and the children in their care with the support of some great friends. The two women are strong, supporting each other and caring for the children but the depression is making it difficult. There are more children in need of succour, less sources of funding, and a danger of them losing their home as part of the national park developments. With unrest in Germany adding to the mix, this is a moving story of caring, battling for the less fortunate and romance, a beautifully told story that keeps you guessing and turning the pages. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and suggest you keep the tissues handy if you read it.

With several potential romances, lots of surprises - especially in a court case - this is an enthralling read I have no hesitation in highly recommending. Thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for my copy of this book which I have voluntarily read and honestly reviewed.

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Jan 22, 2021 Lu rated it really liked it

A Baby on the Doorstep is a heart-wrenching story about helplessness, kindness, and endurance.

Lauren and Becky were two strong women working hard to keep their home for orphaned children open despite the economic struggles of the Depression and the opposition of several community members who believed the kids were tainted by their parents' alleged sins.

The book takes the reader into these women and children's everyday lives; the pain of illness, abuse, and abandonment, and the fear of losing th

A Baby on the Doorstep is a heart-wrenching story about helplessness, kindness, and endurance.

The book takes the reader into these women and children's everyday lives; the pain of illness, abuse, and abandonment, and the fear of losing the roof over their heads once again.

A side plot encompasses the beginning of what would eventually be the Holocaust, with two German children coming to the home after managing to escape the nazis. It is very touching and alarming to see what happened not that long ago.

The characters are lovely, especially the children, and there is a little bit of romance in the background and even a special appearance of Eleanor Roosevelt. After all the suffering, a happy ending wraps everything up.

A Baby on the Doorstep is an emotional and inspiring read that made me feel blessed and thankful for everything, and mainly everyone, I have in my life.

Disclosure: I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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This is the second book in this series that I have read and enjoyed! I loved being back with these characters and updated with their lives!
We are still in the grips of the Depression, Europe is becoming unstable, a manic is taking control and people are following, they want. rid of the Jewish race/religion.
At home work is till under way by the CCC's in building the Great Smoky National Park, and more people are loosing their homes, you don't understand unless you are the ones having their land c This is the second book in this series that I have read and enjoyed! I loved being back with these characters and updated with their lives!
We are still in the grips of the Depression, Europe is becoming unstable, a manic is taking control and people are following, they want. rid of the Jewish race/religion.
At home work is till under way by the CCC's in building the Great Smoky National Park, and more people are loosing their homes, you don't understand unless you are the ones having their land confiscated.
Lauren is still in control of the Orphanage, and what a change from the previous book! Becky is there with her, and so are the help coming from the men who support these woman, even if they aren't responding to their love.
I love the surprises, sometimes not very nice, that keep popping up, and kept me page turning, Now I can't wait for the next book in this series!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bookoutour, and was not required to give a positive review. ...more

Jan 07, 2021 Nancy rated it really liked it

Thank you NetGalley, Rachel Wesson and Bookouture for the ARC of A baby on the Doorstep. This is my personal review.
I was totally hooked on this story as I read the where the father silently went to the door and opened his bag to take the baby out and leave her on the porch. He knew she needed to be taken care of and leaving her at the Orphanage was the only hope he had for her.
Lauren and Becky are doing everything they can to keep the Orphanage open. The story drew me in and kept me in the live Thank you NetGalley, Rachel Wesson and Bookouture for the ARC of A baby on the Doorstep. This is my personal review.
I was totally hooked on this story as I read the where the father silently went to the door and opened his bag to take the baby out and leave her on the porch. He knew she needed to be taken care of and leaving her at the Orphanage was the only hope he had for her.
Lauren and Becky are doing everything they can to keep the Orphanage open. The story drew me in and kept me in the lives of each person connected with the care given to the children.
This is the second book in the series, and I am going to go and read the first. ...more

Feb 15, 2021 Pat rated it really liked it

Continuing story of Lauren and Becky and the home for unloved orphans and all the people that love and help them.

A very sweet read. Got off to a bit of a slow start, but ended with a bang. Good character development. Enjoyed the strong female characters.

For the love of the Children

An inspiring and heartwarming story, set against the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, during the depression we witness the true beauty of caring for one another. The Struggles of the mountain people, the prejudices against them, the injustices done to them by the government and their intense love for family. They worked hard and when there was no more work and they lost their homes, they gave up their children to keep them safe.

We first met Lauren and Becky in Rache

For the love of the Children

We first met Lauren and Becky in Rachel Wesson's first book, "The Home for Unloved Orphans". The story continues as they take on new children and new challenges. The depression is hard on everyone and even the business's in town find it hard to stay open when no one has money to spend.

While they are fighting to find the finances to stay open, the find they now must fight to keep their orphanage and the land. This brings in the story of the building of the Shenandoah state park where many mountain people were forced from their homes.

It also touches on the rise of Hitler in Germany and how the beginning of the reign of terror for the Jewish in Germany. Two Jewish children are left at the orphanage by Lauren's fiancée, Edward, their uncle, while he goes to Berlin to try and convince their mother to leave.

There are other challenges both personal and with the orphanage that Lauren and Becky need to work out. Will they be able to win in court and keep the orphanage? Will Edward return from Berlin?

This book was a joy to read. I cannot believe the courage and fortitude people had during the hard times of the depression. It was a blessing how they worked together to help each other.

I would definitely recommend this book. It is a great read.

Thanks to Rachel Wesson, Bookouture, and NetGalley for allowing me to read a copy in return for an honest review.

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Jan 25, 2021 Ellie Midwood rated it it was amazing

I've been waiting for this sequel for months and found it to be so riveting, I read it literally in one day! Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the story follows Lauren's fight to keep her orphanage and find the children under her charge good homes. Despite all the struggles, Lauren proves time and again that she's a real fighter and a champion who will stop at nothing to protect the most defenseless ones, even if it means going against the government itself. I thought that Edward I've been waiting for this sequel for months and found it to be so riveting, I read it literally in one day! Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the story follows Lauren's fight to keep her orphanage and find the children under her charge good homes. Despite all the struggles, Lauren proves time and again that she's a real fighter and a champion who will stop at nothing to protect the most defenseless ones, even if it means going against the government itself. I thought that Edward was an absolutely perfect match for her as he proved himself to be just as fearless and selfless when he set off to Nazi Germany to rescue his own family members and uncover the crimes committed by a new regime. There are so many important issues raised in this wonderful story, I could go on and on, but I don't want to give any more spoilers. So, I'll just say this: read it, you won't regret it. Meticulously researched and so very well-written, this book is a true gem for all fans of the historical fiction genre! ...more

Jan 05, 2021 Nicola Short rated it really liked it

A heartbreaking story in many ways, but also a heartwarming story with lovable and endearing characters.
A story about a orphanage during the Great Depression and the people that strive to keep the orphanage open despite everything going on around them.
Beautiful story....
Compelling story.....
Inspiring story......
Endearing characters.....
If you enjoy historical fictions, definitely pick up this book.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for an advanced copy of this book for my honest A heartbreaking story in many ways, but also a heartwarming story with lovable and endearing characters.
A story about a orphanage during the Great Depression and the people that strive to keep the orphanage open despite everything going on around them.
Beautiful story....
Compelling story.....
Inspiring story......
Endearing characters.....
If you enjoy historical fictions, definitely pick up this book.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for an advanced copy of this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own. ...more

Feb 20, 2021 Vikki Vaught rated it it was amazing

My Musings

I loved the multitude of amazing characters, the moving plot, and the incredible glimpse of what it must have been like during the Great depression and what led to the rise of Hitler. This is a truly emotional rollercoaster, and I thank the author and her publisher for making this fantastic book available. I cried on more than one occasion from the vivid descriptive writing. Sometimes from celebrations and other times from loss. This book is well worth the reading time. Happy ☺reading

My Musings

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Feb 15, 2021 Melissa B rated it it was amazing

I could not put this down, unfortunately, life got in the way so I could not read it as quickly as I would have liked. This ties Hitler and WWII events to the American depression and the hardships that had to be overcome with that. Evil nasty people against those with hearts of gold!

Feb 01, 2021 mois reads rated it it was amazing

Lauren

What can I say every book ive read by Rachel is amazing and this one more so had me in tears some of it she fights for these children and won't give up its a 5 star from me.

Lauren

What can I say every book ive read by Rachel is amazing and this one more so had me in tears some of it she fights for these children and won't give up its a 5 star from me.

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After reading A Home For Unloved Orphans, I had been waiting for this second book in the Orphans of Hope House series. I was not disappointed in the least. This historical fiction story picks up where the first left off. It is still in the depths of the depression and Lauren Greenwood is still trying to save the world, one child at a time. This book brings several more children to Hope House under different circumstances. Lauren and Becky welcome them with open arms.

I loved this story. Spending

I loved this story. Spending time with Lauren, Becky, Nanny Kat, Edward, Big Will, the orphans and all their friends was wonderful. Watching them support each other to survive and make ends meet was inspiring. This historical fiction story is full of strong, stubborn, caring, sacrificing women. Rachel Wesson has written a well-plotted story that is full of hard hitting, but accurate situations. Several themes were heartbreaking and I was crossing everything that could be crossed that things would turn out. These characters, that lived a simple life, were able to take on many others, making it a David and Goliath story at times, but truth will prevail. One of the major plots was a difficult time in US history and one that I was not aware of. It was heartbreaking to hear about the forced relocation of thousands of people who lived on the mountain in Virginia had their homes taken from them and their land was seized in order to create the Shenandoah National Park. This was a major part of this story. I recommend this story to those who enjoy historical fiction, especially that set in the U.S. I am looking forward to another installment of the Hope House series. I was gifted a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.

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Feb 06, 2021 loopyloulaura rated it really liked it

A baby is left on the doorstep of Hope House and immediately joins the family of proprietors Lauren Greenwood and Becky Tennant. Both women are committed to caring for 'unloved orphans' as the house was previously described, but their home is threatened by the creation of a national park...
A Baby on the Doorstep is the sequel to A Home for Unloved Orphans. We catch up with former heiress Lauren Greenwood and her orphanage. The Depression continues to impact on everyday life and now a national pa A baby is left on the doorstep of Hope House and immediately joins the family of proprietors Lauren Greenwood and Becky Tennant. Both women are committed to caring for 'unloved orphans' as the house was previously described, but their home is threatened by the creation of a national park...
A Baby on the Doorstep is the sequel to A Home for Unloved Orphans. We catch up with former heiress Lauren Greenwood and her orphanage. The Depression continues to impact on everyday life and now a national park is being created which threatens the local community and ultimately Lauren's home as well.
This is a book that pulls at the heartstrings. So many of the characters have suffered from poverty or cruelty so our emotions are instantly affected. Lauren is like a lioness, fiercely protecting her cubs. She is a staunch friend and has given up a great deal to enjoy her freedom. Lauren subverts the patriarchy of the time by being independent and, despite her developing romance with Edward, is only prepared for relationships based on equality.
There are plenty of little historical details which add an air of authenticity, such as references to the Lindbergh baby kidnapping and the sinking of the Morro Castle. I also enjoyed the plot of Edward visiting Germany to see his Jewish relatives and rescuing the children against the backdrop of Nazi persecution.
However, Becky and Lauren's continued rejection of their suitors became a little tiresome. I also found it was stretching my credulity a little far with the number of guests that kept being drawn to the house depsite the miniscule income. The ending felt very unrealistic but was certainly dramatic and enjoyable to read!
A Baby on the Doorstep is an emotional book that cleverly uses historical detail to bring the engaging characters to life. ...more

The second book in The Orphans of Hope House series continued to pull at my heart strings! As the country is still suffering from the effects of the Great Depression, Lauren Greenwood is trying her best to keep the orphanage up and running. With the help of several neighbors and friends, Lauren is barely able to keep the "wolf from the door". After a baby is found on their doorstep early one morning with a note asking them to not adopt her out, there are gifts that are suddenly being left during The second book in The Orphans of Hope House series continued to pull at my heart strings! As the country is still suffering from the effects of the Great Depression, Lauren Greenwood is trying her best to keep the orphanage up and running. With the help of several neighbors and friends, Lauren is barely able to keep the "wolf from the door". After a baby is found on their doorstep early one morning with a note asking them to not adopt her out, there are gifts that are suddenly being left during the night. It may not be alot but every little thing counts. The children are happier now than they have been in a long time due to Lauren, Becky, and nanny's love. They may be short on material things but they have plenty of love to go around! Prepared to do whatever is necessary to keep the orphanage up and running, Lauren and Becky comes up with one idea after another. Will there be a way to save the orphanage or will the end be closer than we think? Even though they struggle to make ends meet, the occupants of the Hope House Orphanage are determined to keep their doors open and continue to keep families together whenever they can. Author Rachel Wesson has stolen my heart with this beautiful, heart touching series! An emotional read that will give you a reason to be thankful for all that you have! I look forward to reading more of this amazing authors work! ...more

Dec 18, 2020 Jodi rated it really liked it

The book historical fiction and provides a look at wonderful characters as well as the underlying themes. It is almost like a spin of The Waltons. Based in the hills of Virginia during the Great Depression this home for Orphans has a horrible past that is being remedied by Laura and Becky as well as some good ole fashioned fantastic neighbors and community. The past WW1 with the upcoming WW2 provides a look at how prejudices due to nationality impacted some people as well as openly loving thy ne The book historical fiction and provides a look at wonderful characters as well as the underlying themes. It is almost like a spin of The Waltons. Based in the hills of Virginia during the Great Depression this home for Orphans has a horrible past that is being remedied by Laura and Becky as well as some good ole fashioned fantastic neighbors and community. The past WW1 with the upcoming WW2 provides a look at how prejudices due to nationality impacted some people as well as openly loving thy neighbor provides for inclusion. I enjoyed the strong headed women and the love of neighbors as well as concern for children. If reflects on the government taking over family homestead's that go back generations for the sake of National Parks. This is something that had not occurred to me as we just see the wonderful themes of National Parks but not the history and pain in creating them. I was provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Bookouture) or author (Rachel Wesson) via NetGalley, so I can give honest review about how I feel about this book. I want to send a big Thank you to them for that. This book is schedule to be release on January 22-2021. ...more

Jan 01, 2021 Angelina rated it really liked it

Before reading A Baby On The Door Step, I was unaware of the dislocation of those who lost their homes due to the creation of the state parks. This is one of those cases where fiction brings forth those lost to history. In that, this book does not shy away from the failings of American life. The novel follows an orphanage on these lands called Hope House. The story is of hope and of heart breaking in equal measure. Lauren, and the orphans she cares for, are a window in into the world of The Grea Before reading A Baby On The Door Step, I was unaware of the dislocation of those who lost their homes due to the creation of the state parks. This is one of those cases where fiction brings forth those lost to history. In that, this book does not shy away from the failings of American life. The novel follows an orphanage on these lands called Hope House. The story is of hope and of heart breaking in equal measure. Lauren, and the orphans she cares for, are a window in into the world of The Great Depression on the cusp of WWII. The small town squabbles feel as weighty as the looming conflict. In this, the pacing never loses momentum. You want what's best for all of the characters. They are complex with kindness at their core. They are easy to root for. The twists and turns keep the story compelling to the very end. I highly recommend this book and the many tissues it will require.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to read this galley in exchange for an honest review.

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Jan 22, 2021 Marlene rated it it was amazing

Where to begin! I've just finished reading this heart-wrenching story of youth left behind or forgotten in the wake of the Big Depression here in the United States. To coin a phrase - "The Greatest Generation" - those born between 1900 and 1920's, this book is their story. The author did a magnificent job of giving literary license to factual events that took homes, livelihood, and, families, to the depth of despair. The story-line is of homeless orphans, how they survived, and, how they loved t Where to begin! I've just finished reading this heart-wrenching story of youth left behind or forgotten in the wake of the Big Depression here in the United States. To coin a phrase - "The Greatest Generation" - those born between 1900 and 1920's, this book is their story. The author did a magnificent job of giving literary license to factual events that took homes, livelihood, and, families, to the depth of despair. The story-line is of homeless orphans, how they survived, and, how they loved the simplest of pleasures is within this book. Lauren, born in wealth, banished into poverty, brought meaning of life to orphans left in abuse and homeless. This is a powerful book written with great heart so bring your Kleenex while you read what might have happened, and in some cases did occur, during the pre-WWII years. ...more

Jan 23, 2021 Pam rated it it was amazing

A Baby on the Doorstep: An absolutely gripping and heartbreaking historical fiction page-turner is written by Rachel Wesson. This is the continuation and conclusion to the Hope House saga. The Hope House is an orphanage in the mountains during the Great Depression. It is a house of love and security for those luck has gone bad for them. The love and affection for the orphans of Hope House by those who run it goes beyond that expected and they create their own family under very trying circumstanc A Baby on the Doorstep: An absolutely gripping and heartbreaking historical fiction page-turner is written by Rachel Wesson. This is the continuation and conclusion to the Hope House saga. The Hope House is an orphanage in the mountains during the Great Depression. It is a house of love and security for those luck has gone bad for them. The love and affection for the orphans of Hope House by those who run it goes beyond that expected and they create their own family under very trying circumstances.
Rachel Wesson has created the characters in such a way that they step out of the pages of the book into your heart and you experience the joy and happiness as well as the fear and unhappiness as they do. How far will they go to protect this home for unwanted orphans?
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Dec 16, 2020 Carol Deegan rated it it was amazing

Historical fiction is my favorite genre, and this book definitely fit the bill by depicting the unfortunate past era of orphanages, and children left to fend for themselves through no fault of their own. This story is about a well run orphanage where the owners treat the children well. The author did an excellent job of portraying the hard work that went into maintaining a home during the Great Depression, the generosity of the neighbors who also had little, as well as fighting attempts to take Historical fiction is my favorite genre, and this book definitely fit the bill by depicting the unfortunate past era of orphanages, and children left to fend for themselves through no fault of their own. This story is about a well run orphanage where the owners treat the children well. The author did an excellent job of portraying the hard work that went into maintaining a home during the Great Depression, the generosity of the neighbors who also had little, as well as fighting attempts to take their home. I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in historical fiction. I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.
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May 27, 2021 Debbie Vetter rated it it was amazing

Heartwarming and Heart wrenching

This story is full of love and life. It shows the determination of two young women to keep Hope House a safe, happy, loving place for all the children in it's care. It also shows the tenacity, love and determination of the men who love these strong willed women. It also showed the evil character of a man just coming into power and the unjust government taking the land away from the people that lived in the mountains. There is a surprise VIP visit to help save Hope

Heartwarming and Heart wrenching

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Jan 20, 2021 Nethanja rated it it was amazing

After reading A home for unloved orphans I had to read the second book too.
Lauren and Becky are running the orphanage but time hasn't be easy. It's still Depression so taking care of the children isn't easy and other setbacks are coming and going. New children, new friends but also new hardships. But with love and hard work they manage until.....
This book is a rollercoaster of emotions. From sadness when someone the all love get sick to finding happiness in small things. From finding new friend After reading A home for unloved orphans I had to read the second book too.
Lauren and Becky are running the orphanage but time hasn't be easy. It's still Depression so taking care of the children isn't easy and other setbacks are coming and going. New children, new friends but also new hardships. But with love and hard work they manage until.....
This book is a rollercoaster of emotions. From sadness when someone the all love get sick to finding happiness in small things. From finding new friends, and the love both Lauren and Becky deserve. A must read.....but keep tissues by hand. ...more

Mar 03, 2021 Joyce Swaim rated it it was amazing

Loved the story! This book has all the elements of what makes a great story line...Intrigue, romance, strong characters, and a beautiful setting. There are many conflicts and so many dreams, just waiting to be fulfilled and Lauren and her friend and co-owner of Hope House work hard to make the children's dreams happen while tending to their day to day care. There are struggles to keep food on the table and demons to fight but these two are up to the task.
One of the best books I've read in a long Loved the story! This book has all the elements of what makes a great story line...Intrigue, romance, strong characters, and a beautiful setting. There are many conflicts and so many dreams, just waiting to be fulfilled and Lauren and her friend and co-owner of Hope House work hard to make the children's dreams happen while tending to their day to day care. There are struggles to keep food on the table and demons to fight but these two are up to the task.
One of the best books I've read in a long time. ...more

Jan 19, 2021 Lyndi rated it really liked it

This story is set during the great depression in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Lauren and Becky run an orphanage called Hope House. They face many struggles as they try to keep the orphanage open and keep from being evicted. This was a beautiful and heartwarming story. Thank you to Rachel Wesson and Bookouture for the opportunity to read this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. The views and opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

Feb 05, 2021 Gail rated it it was amazing

Thoughtful

The author did much research in th Depression and the building of the Blue Ridge Parkway and into the workers and misplaced families including health problems and prejudices against various members of society. The book is a tear-jerker as the many problems facing the people who live and work there are discussed.. I enjoyed reading this book and fully recommend it even though reading g it was a bit tedious at times.

Gripping and heartbreaking

I loved this so much. All of the children and friends of Hope House had me laughing and crying both. The persistence and dedication shown by Lauren and Becky drew me in and caused real emotional turmoil as they faced challenges. I would give it 4 stars, but, as in the first book, I found an anachronism.The author needs to do better research on time periods and inventions. But overall this was an excellent and informative read.

Rachel Wesson was born in Kilkenny, Ireland but considers herself to be from the capital, Dublin as that's where she spent most of her life. Her dad brought Rachel and her two sisters out every Saturday to give their mother a break. He took them to the library and for ice-cream after. It took a long time for her sisters to forgive her for the hours she spent choosing her books!
She grew up driving Rachel Wesson was born in Kilkenny, Ireland but considers herself to be from the capital, Dublin as that's where she spent most of her life. Her dad brought Rachel and her two sisters out every Saturday to give their mother a break. He took them to the library and for ice-cream after. It took a long time for her sisters to forgive her for the hours she spent choosing her books!
She grew up driving everyone nuts asking them questions about what they did during the War or what side they were on in the 1916 rising etc. Finally her Granny told her to write her stories down so people would get the pleasure of reading them. In fact what Granny meant was everyone would get some peace while Rachel was busy writing!
When not writing, or annoying relatives, Rachel was reading. Her report cards from school commented on her love of reading especially when she should have been learning. Seems you can't read Great Expectations in Maths. After a doomed love affair and an unpleasant bank raid during which she defended herself with a tea tray, she headed to London for a couple of years. (There is a reason she doesn't write romance!). She never intended staying but a chance meeting with the man of her dreams put paid to any return to Ireland. Having spent most of her career in the City, she decided something was missing. Working in the City is great but it's a young person's dream. Having three children you never see isn't good for anyone. So she packed in the job and started writing. Thanks to her amazing readers, that writing turned into a career far more exciting and rewarding than any other.
Rachel lives in Surrey with her husband and three children, two boys and a girl. When not reading, writing or watching films for "research" purposes, Rachel likes to hang out with her family. She also travels regularly back home - in fact she should have shares in BA and Aerlingus. ...more

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