Synopses & Reviews
Three adult siblings are reunited when one of them is hospitalized with a life-threatening illness. As Julia and Peter face the reality of their younger sister's condition, they are also forced to face unpleasant truths about growing up as missionary kids. As they reminisce about both good and bad memories of their childhood in Africa, Julia and Peter find hope, healing, and forgiveness.
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"It isn't flawless....But Palmer deserves kudos for plowing new ground for CBA readers, who are used to having their missionaries portrayed with polished halos." Publishers Weekly
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"Fantastic! It's everything I hoped it would be and more. The Happy Room will bring healing to many people who have kept their pain secret. The Lord heals and restores." Francine Rivers
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"Catherine Palmer makes a shining hardcover debut with The Happy Room. Catherine never fails todeliver a story that impacts the heart and emotions ofher growing legion of fans." Lori Copeland
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"Africa, missionary passion, a child't heart with these colorful threads Catherine Palmer weaves together a haunting story of healing. The Happy Room lives on in our own hearts, long after the last page." Anne de Graaf
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"I was moved to tears many times as I read Catherin Palmer's brilliant newest work, and I found myself thinking of the characters and the story long after I put down the manuscript." Peggy Stoks
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"The Happy Room is a moving story and a captivating portrayal of family dynamics. Read it because it's a fascinating tale, but also because you'll walk away witha deeper understanding of the lasting memories of childhood, and the expectations, hurts, and joys of family life." Randy Alcorn
Synopsis
Three adult siblings are reunited when one of them is hospitalized with anorexia. As Julia and Peter face the reality of their younger sister's condition, they are also forced to face the unpleasant truth about growing up as missionary kids in Africa.