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A Young Wife : A Novel
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A Young Wife
Author(s): Pam Lewis
Now in paperback from the author of Perfect Family: “a stirring journey” (Booklist) of love, betrayal, and redemption.
An epic tale of a mother’s sacrifice, determination, and love spanning three continents
When fifteen-year-old Minke van Aisma travels to Amsterdam to care for the dying wife of an older, wealthy man named Sander DeVries, she has no idea what awaits her. Within hours of his wife’s death, Sander proposes marriage, and within days the couple sets sail for the burgeoning oil fields of Argentina. But the future that seemed so bright takes a dark turn the morning their son, Zef, is kidnapped. Dire circumstances dictate that Sander immigrate to New York at once, leaving Minke little choice but to wait for their new baby’s arrival, follow Sander to America, and abandon her firstborn. What follows is a triumphant turn-of-the-century story of faith, betrayal, and redemption, an indelible portrait of one woman’s struggle to steer her own fate.
Review(s):
“In this compelling read, Lewis beautifully captures the essence of place, from the lushness of the Netherlands to the wilds of Argentina to the inhospitable urban streets of New York.” —Booklist
“The unexpected twists in Minke's story and her feisty appeal will keep readers eager to turn the page.” — Publishers Weekly
ISBN: 9781451612738
Author(s): Pam Lewis
Now in paperback from the author of Perfect Family: “a stirring journey” (Booklist) of love, betrayal, and redemption.
An epic tale of a mother’s sacrifice, determination, and love spanning three continents
When fifteen-year-old Minke van Aisma travels to Amsterdam to care for the dying wife of an older, wealthy man named Sander DeVries, she has no idea what awaits her. Within hours of his wife’s death, Sander proposes marriage, and within days the couple sets sail for the burgeoning oil fields of Argentina. But the future that seemed so bright takes a dark turn the morning their son, Zef, is kidnapped. Dire circumstances dictate that Sander immigrate to New York at once, leaving Minke little choice but to wait for their new baby’s arrival, follow Sander to America, and abandon her firstborn. What follows is a triumphant turn-of-the-century story of faith, betrayal, and redemption, an indelible portrait of one woman’s struggle to steer her own fate.
Review(s):
“In this compelling read, Lewis beautifully captures the essence of place, from the lushness of the Netherlands to the wilds of Argentina to the inhospitable urban streets of New York.” —Booklist
“The unexpected twists in Minke's story and her feisty appeal will keep readers eager to turn the page.” — Publishers Weekly
ISBN: 9781451612738