The Crystal FishbowlAuthorHouse, 29. okt. 2007 - 436 sider Anna Westover had no idea at seventeen, still grief-stricken from the loss of her grandmother, and back living with her horrible family, that Victor Spofford, a young charismatic Baptist preacher, would be the wrong choice, the worst choice. On her grandmothers insistence shed refused to even date the boy shed always loved, simply because he wasnt Baptist. Annas wedding was a dream; her new life in western Massachusetts a wondrous challengeuntil mysterious letters began to arrive. Then Victor changed . . . or was it that he finally revealed his true nature? No one would believe that he abused her. He never hitat least not intentionally. And as the preachers wife, she could confide in no one. To others, he was gorgeous, enlightened and dynamic. He knew the perfect words to give comfort or guidance. He brought scores of sinners to the Lord with his woeful childhood tales. Who was she but his meek wife, lovely yet subdued, who sat in her accustomed front-row pew each Sunday morning, gazing up at him in adoration? He was always sorry later: crying, begging forgiveness. And she wanted to believe him. He was so pitiful in his sorrow. But after he lost his job and they returned to New Hampshire, her hopes are firmly and completely crushed when another letter arrives, and she uncovers his lies. Desperate for comfort, she turns to another man. Then the violence escalates and she must take a stand. |
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... You're getting taller every day, girl, and pretty, too. The boys must be swarming around you.” She smirked, looking pointedly at Granny. “Course your grandmother must be having ten fits—what with her plans for you.” Anna looked at the ...
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Wendy MacGown. “Anna, I can't believe you're here,” she cried. She took Anna's hands just like her brother had done, then pulled her into her arms. “Are you coming tonight?” she asked, holding her away, her face bright with excitement ...
... You're still very young, my dear; and you know it's for the best.” Anna covered her gnarled hand with her own, trying to be grateful for her guidance. Book One Service of Saints 1971 - 1973 Chapter 1 10 Wendy MacGown.
... you're justawicked sinneryourself,” Karen said with a wink. “I'm not going forward.” Anna shook her head, but returned Karen's smile, careful not to appear too keen on the young preacher. She needn't have worried. Karen's attention had ...