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"Captivating Civil War Fiction Inspired by Historical Events. Award-winning-author Kendy Pearson ""brings to life the Kanawha Valley's explosive Civil War history in this multi-faceted jewel of a tale inspired by true events.""-Laura Frantz, Christy Award-winning author of The Rose and the Thistle ""Gifted storyteller Kendy Pearson makes this scene spring to life with her vivid storytelling, every character so expertly sculpted that I found myself missing them when I closed the cover.""-Karen Barnett, Award-winning author of When Stone Wings Fly Western Virginia's Kanawha Valley is a hotbed of rebellion tensions and mixed allegiances. Amid talk of war, Augusta Dabney tends her younger siblings and dying father. But when hatred sparks tragedy, peace is but a shattered memory. Heartbroken and desperate, Augusta searches for a way to protect all she holds dear. Defying family and friends, Dr. James Hill declines a prestigious commission in the Confederate Army to join the Union cause as a Regimental Surgeon. When the Dabney farm becomes a crossroads of colliding forces, Major Hill commandeers their barn for a hospital. He is running from his legacy, seeking penance for his past. She is desperate to preserve hers, at any cost. As a wise, former slave nurtures James's battered faith, cynicism crumbles, and James discovers grace and belonging with Augusta and her family unlike any he's ever known, even as he must face the horrors of war and the evil it breeds. But when James comes face to face with his past, secrets unravel until deception ends in disaster, leaving Augusta with only one option. And it is unthinkable. Book one of the Award-winning series, ""West Virginia: Born of Rebellion's Storm"" A heart-wrenching, faith-testing, inspiring novel Watch for book two: When Heaven Thunders (fall 2024) Watch for book three: In Tempest Winds (winter 2025) ""With excellent attention to details of life in the 1860s and historical accuracy, the story brings the reader face to face with the personal struggles of Southerners in an untenable situation. It's not a story to be rushed through, and I highly recommend ""living"" in this book for a while.""-Susan Pope Sloan, Award-winning author of the ""Rescued Hearts of the Civil War"" series. ""As West Virginia sat perched between the Union and the Confederacy, neighbors were forced to make difficult choices and kinfolk found themselves across from one another in battle ... Augusta and James stole my heart, and I rooted for them from page one until the very end ... I can't wait to see what Pearson writes next.""-Karen Barnett, Award-winning author of the Vintage Park Novels ""... A stirring look at the people who lived, loved, and lost during the darkest period in our country's existence. A story to savor and an author to watch!""-Tara Johnson, Author of To Speak His Name"

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"""Kendy Pearson brings to life the Kanawha Valley's explosive Civil War history in this multi-faceted jewel of a tale inspired by true events. Endurance, faith, and love shine through When the Mountains Wept, the first book in what is sure to be a stellar series.""-Laura Frantz, Christy Award-winning author of The Rose and the Thistle ""As West Virginia sat perched between the Union and the Confederacy, neighbors were forced to make difficult choices and kinfolk found themselves across from one another in battle. Augusta and James stole my heart, and I rooted for them from page one until the very end. Don't miss When the Mountains Wept, and I can't wait to see what Pearson writes next.""-Karen Barnett, Award-winning author of When Stone Wings Fly and the Vintage National Park Novels ""Kendy Pearson's debut is a stirring look at the people who lived, loved, and lost during the darkest period in our country's existence. When the Mountains Wept is a heart-rending romance between Augusta and James that reveals the God who is always there...even when we think all is lost. A story to savor and an author to watch!""-Tara Johnson, Author of To Speak His Name ""Kendy Pearson plunges the reader into life in western Virginia just before and moving into the Civil War. With excellent attention to details of life in the 1860s and historical accuracy, the story brings the reader face to face with the personal struggles of Southerners in an untenable situation. It's not a story to be rushed through, and I highly recommend ""living"" in this book for a while.""-Susan Pope Sloan, Award-winning author of the ""Rescued Hearts of the Civil War"" series. ""When the Mountains Wept takes readers on an emotionally-layered journey, both heart-stirring and redemptive. Pearson pens a moving tale of family loyalty, complex devotions, and hope amid the turmoil. A delight historical fiction fans won't want to miss!""-Stephenia H. McGee, Award-winning author of ""The Accidental Spy"" series ""Kendy Pearson leads the reader through a heart-felt journey into what it would be like to live in Virginia during the Civil War. Her extensive research and captivating characters make history come alive. Kendy expertly weaves spiritual truths throughout the story that are relevant to our lives today. I can't wait to read the next book in the series!""-Sarah F. ""First off, I am an avid reader, but this was my first Historical Fiction title. I fell in love with the main characters immediately and the historical events depicted in this book are spot on. Author Kendy Pearson shows such beautiful creativity while maintaining the historical integrity of the Kanawha Valley. I feel this book would be loved by all. I can't wait to read the next instalment!!!""-Rachel W."

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Kendy Pearson is a veteran high school teacher and an accomplished musician. She is also a music instructor, worship leader, Bluegrass fiddler, and Civil War reenactment enthusiast. When she discovers a pocket of American history omitted from the schoolbooks, she enjoys digging in and turning that pocket inside out. Her novels lead fictitious characters through real historical events and settings, engaging with period personalities-and she always includes a romantic thread to warm the heart. Every story is a journey through tragedy, secrets, regrets, and God's undeniable grace. She is the recipient of three Cascade Awards, two Genesis Awards, and a Crown Award.Kendy enjoys public speaking and teaching writing workshops. She also relishes ice cream, snowy days, fireplaces, and Maple trees. Kendy is the mother of four grown children and lives with her sweet hubby and two amusing miniature dachshunds. Visit her at https: //kendypearson.com/

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