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WordCrafts Press
Copyright © 2016 Gail Kittleson
Cover Design by David Warren
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THIS EXTRAORDINARY story classically captures the mindset of the 1940s. Addie and her friend Kate reflect the voices women hear as they face confusing dilemmas 75 years later—my first read kept me up into the wee hours. I will refer my readers to In Times Like These!
Patricia Evans, author of
The Verbally Abusive Relationship,
Controlling People,
and other books listed at www.VerbalAbuse.com
Wartime brings out the best and the worst in people. I loved the way Addie and Kate, each in her own way, dug down inside to become more than either had ever dreamed. With Each New Dawn will inspire you toward resilience and personal growth even as it keeps you riveted with each page turn.
Sonia C. Solomonson, freelance writer and life coach
Way2Grow Coaching
In Times Like These clearly portrays the difficulties for women during WW2. First, there are the challenges of raising food, preserving it, making money stretch, wisely using ration cards and just plain living in fear of the war. But then the overlay of Addie’s controlling husband made me instantly empathize with the main character. His verbally abusive and cold treatment of Addie unfortunately is not just a problem from another era. God’s provision for her was intriguing. The value of faith, friendship and compassion are evident in this book. I personally enjoyed the food tips and recipes, as well as vivid descriptions of farm life. This may be my favorite book by Gail Kittleson. It is the first in the mini-series, Women of the Heartland. Be sure to read the books in order.
Cleo Lampos
Gail Kittleson introduces us to a small town community, under the strains of World War II. The everyday lives of the town folks unfolding their thoughts and concern for the husbands and brothers fighting for their country. The family and friends dynamics in this story keeps the reader wanting to turn page after page. The author knows how to keep the reader engaged. Looking forward to Ms. Kittleson’s next book.
K Currie
Kittleson’s writing style fosters instant empathy as her quiet heroine, Addie, struggles through daily living in Iowa during WW2. Readers are introduced to Addie through patriotism, friendship, and self-realization. “I’ve spent my whole life in fear instead of living each day,” highlights Addie’s growth in overcoming an emotionally abusive husband. Highest recommendation.
Carolyn Cobb
...the pages almost turned themselves. Great period piece exploring family dynamics and interpersonal relationships as well as the growth of self-esteem and the importance of friendship.
Lisa Lickel
Kittleson deftly writes strong female characters facing heartbreaking tragedies. Until Then features two: Marian, caught in the Blitz, and Dorothy, a surgical nurse whose work with the 11th Evacuation Hospital has taken her to North Africa, through Sicily and into France. Their stories intertwine in a narrative that touches then heals the soul. Highly, highly recommended!
Literary Soirée