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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

The Oak Leaves

I'm reading The Oak Leaves by Maureen Lang. Talie Ingram has a devoted husband, a beautiful one year old son and another child on the way. But, an old journal that had been tucked away in an attic, reveals a family secret that shatters everything. Talie begins reading the 19th century journal that belonged to her ancestor, Cosima Escott. I'm intrigued with this tale that delves into what it's like to have a child who is "different" and compares those differences historically in the family tree.
Good reading for adults and young adults, too.
--GS
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  1. FranceMarch 14, 2012 at 1:40 AM

    Maureen Lang is a gifted storyteller who seamlessly weaves the stories of two women, one from the 19th century and one living in the 21st century, into one novel. Talie Ingram finds the journal of Cosima Escott, her great-great-great grandmother. Talie begins to read the journal, thinking it will be an interesting diversion, but instead finds herself discovering a shocking family secret that could have implication for her life. The Oak Leaves is also a wonderful love story, showing us that the depth of God¿s love is stronger than fear.

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