July 4th brings fireworks when the Worthams discover Sam's convict brother, Edward, on their doorstep. Surprise turns to shock when he introduces a young girl as Sam's daughter! As Julia struggles to believe her husband's innocence, Edward antagonizes him---and Katie only wants a home. A poignant tale of faith during the Great Depression. 304 pages, softcover from Baker.

Praise for Julia's Hope: "Thewriting is beautifully desriptive without being overdone. Overall, Kelly's smooth voice and well-crafted writing keep the pages turning."--Publishers Weekly Praise for Emma's Gift "Kelly's second novel features a gritty, authentic realism as well as a haunting, beautiful mood that enables readers to feel the characters' pain and rejoice when they overcome life's heartaches."--Library Journal The Fourth of July delivers more than just the local display of fireworks for Samuel and Julia Wortham. They return from the festivities in Dearing, Illinois, to find Samuel's borther Edward, out of prison and on their doorstep. Surprise turns to shock and confusion as Edward introduces a young girl named Katie and declares that Samuel is her father. Samuel maintains his innocence and cannot understand why his brother would make up such a story, Julia struggles to believe Samuel's declarations of faithfulness, and Edward delights in antagonizing his brother. Katie just dreams of finding a home. This page-turner will keep Kelly fans and new readers alike on the edge ot their seats until the very end.

Prior to her untimely death in 2011, Leisha Kelly was the author of several bestselling historical fiction books, including Julia's Hope, Emma's Gift, and Katie's Dream. She served many years on her local library board and was active in the ministries of her church.

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