A story that soars like the redwoods it honors! Rooted in author Karen Barnett's deep love of history and the national parks, Where Trees Touch the Sky climbs high with two intertwined stories as Marion and June inspire and influence each other. They both fall down and learn to have the courage to stand back up again, drawing that strength from the Lord and from others in their lives. A romantic, thoughtful, and moving novel not to be missed. -- Sarah Sundin, best-selling and Christy Award-winning author of Embers in the London Sky
Karen Barnett's passion and admiration for nature shines in this wonderfully paced and deftly executed story. I loved the unique settings and eras, which allowed me to learn about the early years of the national parks and the history of redwood conservation. June's grit and resilience had me cheering, and Marion's spunk and authenticity made me smile. If you enjoy books that cause your spirit to soar as high as the redwood treetops, I highly recommend Where Trees Touch the Sky. -- Katie Powner, Christy Award winner and author of The Wind Blows in Sleeping Grass
A tale that transcends the heights of the overstory, Where Trees Touch the Sky will enchant readers with the magic of the redwoods. Exploring the timeless gift of legacy and hope woven between generations, Barnett courageously delves into the themes of not only reckoning with past choices but finding peace in their redemption, the gift of new life, and the treasure of hidden strength. A treasure! -- Amanda Dykes, award-winning and best-selling author of Born of Gilded Mountains
Setting her novel in the beautiful redwood forests of Northern California , Karen Barnett brings readers a delightful dual-time novel to savor and enjoy. Marion's commitment to save the redwoods will make you want to cheer for her cause, while June's determination to prove her worth as a park ranger will inspire you. With secrets to unravel and romances to warm your heart, Where Trees Touch the Sky will delight you and keep you turning pages until the satisfying ending. -- Carrie Turansky, award-winning author of The Legacy of Longdale Manor
It is no small task, creating a novel in which the characters, setting, and plot are each so beautifully conceived and masterfully executed. Karen Barnett, however, is a writer who consistently delivers such novels, giving the reader an experience that they are not likely to forget. While reading Where Trees Touch the Sky I rooted for the characters, felt their grief, joined them in hope, and felt as if, in them, I'd discovered new friends. At the same time, I longed to hit a trail, to discover and explore the beauty of the redwoods, to revel in the good earth that God has given us. And all the while, as I turned page after page, I wondered how the intersecting stories of June and Marion would play out, wanting the very best for each of them. Give yourself a gift. Get your hands on this book and allow yourself time to savor Barnett's storytelling. Then, once you're done, share a copy with a friend. -- Susie Finkbeiner, author of All Manner of Things and The All-American
Gifted storyteller Karen Barnett's latest time-slip novel layers history, drama, and faith among the majestic redwood trees of Northern California. Karen skillfully intertwines her two well-researched periods of 1923 and 1972. She explores preserving God's creation, the value of a forest (and a person), and the complicated legacies of two young women, who both, fifty years apart, come of age among the uniquely rooted, towering trees. Where Trees Touch the Sky greatly inspired me. Thank you, Karen, for a beautiful and compelling story! -- Leslie Gould, author of A Brighter Dawn
