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Rainwater Hardcover Sandra Brown

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Publication Name
Simon & Schuster
ISBN
9781439172773

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Simon & Schuster
ISBN-10
1439172773
ISBN-13
9781439172773
eBay Product ID (ePID)
74167689

Product Key Features

Book Title
Rainwater
Number of Pages
256 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2009
Topic
Contemporary Women, General, Historical
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Fiction
Author
Sandra Brown
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Weight
11.7 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2009-032123
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
813/.54
Synopsis
The year is 1934. With the country in the stranglehold of drought and economic depression, Ella Barron runs her Texas boarding house with an efficiency that ensures her life will be kept in balance. Between chores of cooking and cleaning for her residents, she cares for her ten-year-old son, Solly, a sweet but challenging child whose misunderstood behavior finds Ella on the receiving end of pity, derision, and suspicion. When David Rainwater arrives at the house looking for lodging, he comes recommended by a trusted friend as "a man of impeccable character." But Ella senses that admitting Mr. Rainwater will bring about unsettling changes. However, times are hard, and in order to make ends meet, Ella's house must remain one hundred percent occupied. So Mr. Rainwater moves into her house...and impacts her life in ways Ella could never have foreseen. The changes are echoed by the turbulence beyond the house walls. Friends and neighbors who've thus far maintained a tenuous grip on their meager livelihoods now face foreclosure and financial ruin. In an effort to save their families from homelessness and hunger, farmers and cattlemen are forced to make choices that come with heartrending consequences. The climate of desperation creates a fertile atmosphere for racial tensions and social unrest. Conrad Ellis -- privileged and spoiled and Ella's nemesis since childhood -- steps into this arena of teeming hostility to exact his vengeance and demonstrate the extent of his blind hatred and unlimited cruelty. He and his gang of hoodlums come to embody the rule of law, and no one in Gilead, Texas, is safe. Particularly Ella and Solly. In this hotbed of uncertainty, Ella finds Mr. Rainwater a calming presence. She is moved by the kindness he shows other boarders, Solly...and Ella herself. Slowly, she begins to rely on his soft-spokenness, his restraint, and the steely resolve of his convictions. And on the hottest, most violent night of the summer, those principles will be put to the ultimate test. From acclaimed bestselling author Sandra Brown comes a powerfully moving novel celebrating the largess and foresight of a great bygone generation. It tells a story that bears witness to a bittersweet truth: that love is worth whatever price one must pay for it.
LC Classification Number
PS3552.R718R35 2009

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  • by civil222000
    06 Mar, 2021Most favourable review

    The Love Sacrifice

    I read this book in an afternoon. Could not put it down even though I needed to be doing some work. That says alot for this book. I highly recommend it. Ella Barron ran a boarding house during the depression years. Her doctor friend asked her to rent a room to his cousin, David Rainwater. David had terminal cancer and his time was short. Ella's son , Solly, was autistic. His mental condition was not named until the 40's. Little was known about reaching him. David was patient with Solly and discovered his strengths. David and Ella fell in love. David made a huge sacrifice to keep Solly from being institutionalized. Great book.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • by bettybalog39
    22 May, 2019

    Blessings from heaven when they are most needed

    I was concerned about reading this book because from the beginning I could believe there was no way for this to have a happy ending. Wow, was I ever wrong. The plot was not based on there being a miracle but on the power of love when we give ourselves completely to help others.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: discover-books

  • by velgjackso_0
    19 May, 2022

    Great!!

    Every time an author deviates from their regular writing the books are the best, as is in this case. Loved it!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • by amedow39
    18 Aug, 2020

    Most excellent book.

    One of her best stories. A truly excellent read.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • by patgoserud
    25 Jan, 2017

    Great Book

    I read a lot of Sandra Brown books. this is so far my favorite. Great writing and a very compelling story. I loved it and recommend it.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: pjb8447

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