Gina Holmes began her career in 1998, penning articles and short stories. In 2005 she founded the influential literary blog, Novel Journey. She holds degrees in science and nursing and currently resides with her husband and children in southern Virginia. To learn more about her, visit May 2010's issue of CFOM at Interview with Gina Holmes or Novel Journey.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Jenny Lucas swore she’d never go home again. But being told you’re dying has a way of changing things. Years after she left, she and her five-year-old daughter, Isabella, must return to her sleepy North Carolina town to face the ghosts she left behind. They welcome her in the form of her oxygen tank–toting grandmother, her stoic and distant father, and David, Isabella’s dad . . . who doesn’t yet know he has a daughter. As Jenny navigates the rough and unknown waters of her new reality, the unforgettable story that unfolds is a testament to the power of love and its ability to change everything—to heal old hurts, bring new beginnings . . . even overcome the impossible. A stunning debut about love and loss from a talented new voice.
How far will a mother go to protect her child? Gina Holmes delves into this question in her debut novel, Crossing Oceans. When Jenny Lucas returns to her childhood home – something she swore she'd never do – she comes face to face with the consequences of the choices she's made over the last six years. Jenny and the people she left behind must repair relationships and put aside their own feelings in order to see to the needs of Jenny's daughter, Isabella.
Holmes takes a storyline that could easily be morbid and depressing and makes it a celebration of life. Jenny's journey is one of introspection, of hope, and of unconditional, sacrificial love. The kind of love a mother has for her daughter. The kind of love our Savior has for His children.
With Crossing Oceans, Holmes sets a high standard for writers of Christian fiction. I eagerly await the next novel from this talented writer.
I had this book in my hands at the store the other day. Decided to treat myself on mom's day to a new book. I've heard SO MUCH buzz about this one that I picked it up. Then decided I should go for one in my genre instead. I'll get it someday!
Was looking for ROOMS too.
My Amazon list is getting ridiculously long. You know... like "The Pastor's Wife" which I need to read before The Mother Road comes out.
Thank you for posting the Crossing Oceans trailer. I hadn't seen it before.
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I had this book in my hands at the store the other day. Decided to treat myself on mom's day to a new book. I've heard SO MUCH buzz about this one that I picked it up. Then decided I should go for one in my genre instead. I'll get it someday!
Was looking for ROOMS too.
My Amazon list is getting ridiculously long. You know... like "The Pastor's Wife" which I need to read before The Mother Road comes out.
Thank you for posting the Crossing Oceans trailer. I hadn't seen it before.
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