Intersections (Edmister)

With a trail of shattered dreams and devastating betrayal behind her, the ever-imaginative Rose Thompson faces an unknown future. Thanks to the help of her irrepressible grandmother and her many new Tinkers Well friends, she picks up the pieces to discover her own strengths and a true vision-one that will face many trials on its journey to fruition. Abe, former Muslim turned Christ follower, embarks on his own shaky path, which challenges not only his new faith, but his closest relationships as well. And a ghost from the past leaves Tim Ludlow and his mother Marilyn walking a fine line between doubt and hope in the redemptive power of God's forgiveness. Throw in an epic storm, some surprising twists, a burgeoning romance, and the hilarious antics of Granny Gert and her old school chum Aletha, who are as nosy and conniving as they are kind and generous, and Rose can't help but find more adventure than even she could imagine! Linda Edmister draws on her own unique background to create characters and situations as diverse and compelling as they are relatable and endearing. Guaranteed to inspire laughter and tears, these fictional beings, who have now become friends, also examine current events in the light of God's truth. Just as they support one another in confronting the turmoil of this age, may they bring clarity to all those who follow their story.

The honeymoon is over, and newlyweds Tim and Rose Ludlow settle into the fun, yet haphazard, process of learning to live as husband and wife. Their friend Abe Yousef still aches for his estranged family even as he looks forward with joy to his own upcoming nuptials, and Derek Warner must adjust to his role as "the last living bachelor." Life goes on. But the arrival of an embezzler's gorgeous wife and timid aunt stirs the peaceful waters of Tinkers Well. Into the building maelstrom steps a retired Jewish couple who longs for friendships amid the inhabitants of their new community, and things begin to happen. Not the least of these is the project nearest to the heart of a reformed New York land developer, though he is still doubtful of its success. Add a life-and-death caper for Granny Gert and Aletha, and it's time, once more, for readers to fasten their seat belts and enjoy the ride! Bringing humor and compassionate insight to such diverse issues as family separation and anti-Semitism, Linda Edmister once more presents the reader with thoughtful consideration of complex topics. She delves into the fascinating ties between Christian practices and Jewish traditions while introducing new characters as appealing as they are imperfect. This third installment of the Intersections series will leave readers eager for more.