Alvin's Farm Book 2: The Thorn And The Rose

By Anna Scott Graham
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(4.50 based on 2 reviews)

Published: Jan. 15, 2012
Words: 82,802 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465945747


Short description

In 1970s Oregon, Jenny Cope has made a family with Alvin Harris, but their love has faded. Sam Cassel can no longer love Jenny from afar, but when tragedy strikes, Jenny suffers most of all. Can she recover from another destructive loss, or as others founder, will she also succumb to abject disaster?

Extended description

As the truth of Sam Cassel’s late wife and child pummels all in Arkendale, Oregon, Jenny Cope and Alvin Harris attempt reconciliation. Sam decides to leave the state, unable to quench his unrequited love for Jenny as she and Alvin ponder marriage. When a horrific tragedy changes all lives in the Willamette Valley, wedding plans are altered, as well as Sam’s move. Jenny and Tommie suffer hardest, but no one is left untouched, each Smith and Cassel questioning if life can ever be the same.

Continuing the series, this novel takes place from 1977 to the end of the decade, The Peoples Temple suicides and the murders of Harvey Milk and George Moscone entwined with Arkendale’s tragic loss. As Robert Tucker heads to San Francisco, Jenny ponders the fates of other men she loves. Children sustain her, as does unexpected affection, but will it be enough to carry her from the greatest loss she has ever faced?

One secret threatens to unravel all Jenny has maintained, a mystery she shares .. (Read more)


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Tags

love, family saga, alcoholism, unrequited love, 1970s, parenthood, disabilities, familial relationships

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Review by: tag on Feb. 18, 2012 : star star star star star
Again what a beautiful read and also sad in this 2nd of 3. I can't wait for the 3rd book to arrive. Anna Scott Graham loving your work. Roll on 12 March
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Review by: juliekrose on Jan. 21, 2012 : star star star star
Yet another heartbreaker from Anna Scott Graham, the continuing story of Jenny, Alvin, Sam, and the rest of the folks in Arkendale. So looking forward to the final book in the trilogy!
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