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At the Scent of Water

March 4, 2009 by Lauren

Almost two years ago, I read In Search of Eden by Linda Nichols (you can read my review HERE). It was an excellent book, and I recommend it to you. Because I enjoyed Mrs. Nichols’ writing, I was excited to read At the Scent of Water, which was re-released by Bethany House in February.

PhotobucketSamuel and Annie Truelove have always been sweethearts. They grew up in the same, small North Carolina town, and their families were dear friends. Nothing felt more right than when they grew up and married. Unfortunately, their life together slowly erodes as Sam, a gifted heart surgeon, spends most of his time at work. When tragedy strikes, their marriage crumbles, and Annie moves across the country. Five years later, Annie returns to pack up her things and close the door on her former life. Because unexpected events keep her in North Carolina, Annie and Sam are forced to deal with the grief and pain from the past.

At the Scent of Water is a touching look at grief, loss, and healing; it is also a poignant reminder of God’s sovereignty and grace. Although I felt that the beginning of the book was a little slow, the story gained momentum, and I couldn’t stop reading. I especially liked the way the author tied the beginning and the ending of the story together.

We can’t predict what tragedies we will face in life, but we know we will face them. At the Scent of Water is a relatable story that warmed my heart, but it also prompted me to consider my own life and how I deal with sorrow and trials. I encourage you to read it.

If you would like to win a copy of this book, please leave a comment. We will post a winner next Wednesday, March 11.

The winners of the set of 3 Ruby and the Booker Boys books are

#26 Kathy Scott
#48 Andria
#72 Sandy M.

We also have a surprise GRAND PRIZE winner, because the author Derrick Barnes was so pleased with our review (see comment #22 on the post) that he generously offered to autograph a set and include the upcoming 4th book and a poster as well. That winner is

#99 Donna C.

Lauren is a wife, a mother of two, and an avid reader. She blogs at Baseballs and Bows.

Filed Under: Christian, Fiction, Lauren

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Comments

  1. Ed Nemmers says

    March 9, 2009 at 5:18 pm

    Happy Monday!

  2. Brenda Park says

    March 9, 2009 at 5:41 pm

    Looks and sounds like a great book to read, thanks so much for the chance to win it!

  3. Helen S says

    March 9, 2009 at 5:49 pm

    Sounds like a great book. Thanks for the chance to win.

  4. Candie L says

    March 9, 2009 at 5:50 pm

    I am always glad to see positive Christian books. Sometimes it is easy to pick up any old book because it looks interesting. Glad to find some with positive morals. Thank you

  5. Jackie B. says

    March 9, 2009 at 7:00 pm

    Count me in. I would like to read this one.

  6. prplrush says

    March 9, 2009 at 8:19 pm

    I absolutely love the review for this book, it sounds very intriguing and would love to read it!

  7. Heather B says

    March 9, 2009 at 9:11 pm

    sounds like a great read, thank you for the opportunity

  8. Chrysa says

    March 9, 2009 at 10:12 pm

    This sounds like a touching book.

  9. Jennelle Henderson says

    March 9, 2009 at 11:14 pm

    I’m always looking for a good book to stick my nose in. This one looks great.

  10. Adrian Lamont says

    March 10, 2009 at 1:10 am

    Sounds like a great read, please count me in.

  11. Betty C says

    March 10, 2009 at 2:21 am

    From the review it sounds like an excellent book. I would love to add it to my growing library.

  12. Becky says

    March 10, 2009 at 6:02 am

    I would love to win this..Sounds like a great book.

  13. Jeanine Price says

    March 10, 2009 at 6:30 am

    This book looks great! I would love to win! Thanks so much for the giveaway!

  14. Roseann Kies says

    March 10, 2009 at 7:08 am

    Love to win this book. Thanks!

  15. Linda Howard says

    March 10, 2009 at 7:31 am

    Please enter me. Thanks!

  16. Jeanne says

    March 10, 2009 at 10:22 am

    When a book arrives in my home, my mother and I have a race to get to it first. I look forward to reading “At the Scent of Water”

  17. Veronica Garrett says

    March 10, 2009 at 10:50 am

    This sounds like a great book. I would love to win it.

  18. sarah says

    March 10, 2009 at 11:05 am

    enter me!

  19. dorothy l says

    March 10, 2009 at 11:22 am

    sounds like a really good book please enter me con5469(at)gmail(dot)com

  20. Jason Nickolay says

    March 10, 2009 at 1:12 pm

    This looks like a great book. Sign me up

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  21. Marcy Strahan says

    March 10, 2009 at 1:40 pm

    It smells like a wonderful book!

    I would love to read it!

  22. Lily Kwan says

    March 10, 2009 at 2:27 pm

    Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!

  23. Heather S says

    March 10, 2009 at 3:01 pm

    I would love to read this book!

  24. JoAnn L. says

    March 10, 2009 at 3:01 pm

    Please count me in.

  25. Kathy H. says

    March 10, 2009 at 3:45 pm

    This sounds like an interesting book! I’d love to win it!

  26. Mj says

    March 10, 2009 at 4:09 pm

    This sounds good. Please count me in!

  27. Wendy Wallach says

    March 10, 2009 at 5:05 pm

    I l ove the illustration on the cover!

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  28. Rebecca C says

    March 10, 2009 at 6:32 pm

    I would love to win this!

  29. James Coyne says

    March 10, 2009 at 7:17 pm

    Enter me please

  30. Esther says

    March 10, 2009 at 7:57 pm

    Sounds like a wonderful book!

  31. Jennifer Jozwiak says

    March 10, 2009 at 8:09 pm

    I would love to read this. I have dealt with the loss of a relationship that seemed good on the surface but crumbled. i think i’d relate to the main character.

  32. Kathy Amos says

    March 10, 2009 at 8:24 pm

    this looks like a great read

  33. Carolyn Dileo says

    March 10, 2009 at 8:29 pm

    Wow, this looks so sad. Sometimes a sad book is just what you need though.

  34. Beverly M says

    March 10, 2009 at 8:58 pm

    Sounds like a good story. Thanks for having the contest!

  35. Heather C says

    March 10, 2009 at 9:53 pm

    Sounds like a pretty deep story. Thanks for the chance to win it.

  36. Tammy says

    March 10, 2009 at 10:15 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win.

  37. Chris Hendrickson says

    March 11, 2009 at 12:33 am

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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