| Author: | Brandilyn Collins | ISBN: | 1230000284764 |
| Publisher: | Challow Press | Publication: | December 9, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Brandilyn Collins |
| ISBN: | 1230000284764 |
| Publisher: | Challow Press |
| Publication: | December 9, 2014 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
Book 2 in the Dearing Family Series
The wedding for Ben Dearing and Christina Day is planned to be picture perfect, and the boisterous family has gathered for the big event. What could possibly go wrong?
Christina’s estranged mother, that’s what. The alcoholic, abusive mother who wasn’t invited.
Two days before the ceremony Edna Day crashes the bridal shower and insists she’s staying in town for the ceremony. What’s Christina to do? After her abusive childhood, standing up to her parent calls for strength she’s not sure she possesses. Besides, if she tells her mother to leave, the woman could get madder than she already is—not to mention drunk—and shame the Dearing family in front of the whole town.
Edna wastes no time making enemies. Highly opinionated Jess Dearing is set on running her out of Justus. Ben wants her gone, too. Even Lady Penelope, the Dearings’ uppity Yorkie, will have nothing to do with her. Meanwhile Mama Ruth is trying to keep the peace. And feed everybody.
Blending pathos and humor, Pitchin’ a Fit portrays the constantly shifting emotions between an abusive parent and grown child. How does a Christian forgive someone who doesn’t seem repentant? What is the balance between forgiveness and maintaining healthy emotional boundaries?
God is there to guide everyone through this mess of a weekend. But certain people may have plans of their own.
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"This much anticipated sequel will not disappoint. The brisk pace, well developed characters, and realistic family drama will pull the reader into the story. Most readers will be able to find members of their own family represented in these charming characters. There are a number of 'disaster in the making' scenes mixed with tender and touching scenes that combine in a perfect mix." --RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars
Book 2 in the Dearing Family Series
The wedding for Ben Dearing and Christina Day is planned to be picture perfect, and the boisterous family has gathered for the big event. What could possibly go wrong?
Christina’s estranged mother, that’s what. The alcoholic, abusive mother who wasn’t invited.
Two days before the ceremony Edna Day crashes the bridal shower and insists she’s staying in town for the ceremony. What’s Christina to do? After her abusive childhood, standing up to her parent calls for strength she’s not sure she possesses. Besides, if she tells her mother to leave, the woman could get madder than she already is—not to mention drunk—and shame the Dearing family in front of the whole town.
Edna wastes no time making enemies. Highly opinionated Jess Dearing is set on running her out of Justus. Ben wants her gone, too. Even Lady Penelope, the Dearings’ uppity Yorkie, will have nothing to do with her. Meanwhile Mama Ruth is trying to keep the peace. And feed everybody.
Blending pathos and humor, Pitchin’ a Fit portrays the constantly shifting emotions between an abusive parent and grown child. How does a Christian forgive someone who doesn’t seem repentant? What is the balance between forgiveness and maintaining healthy emotional boundaries?
God is there to guide everyone through this mess of a weekend. But certain people may have plans of their own.
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"This much anticipated sequel will not disappoint. The brisk pace, well developed characters, and realistic family drama will pull the reader into the story. Most readers will be able to find members of their own family represented in these charming characters. There are a number of 'disaster in the making' scenes mixed with tender and touching scenes that combine in a perfect mix." --RT Book Reviews, 4 1/2 stars
