Blessed By Second Chances

by JJ Dawes

The book is a fictionalized account of two people united in marriage for the wrong reasons.The bride is eager to flee her abusive brothers and the groom is seeking a partner who has a sizable dowry to pay the mortgage on his real estate. They are both reared by widowed mothers with strong religious beliefs. They are faced with hereditary strengths, weaknesses and environmental influences which cause them grief and bitterness. These conflicts are felt by their children. Early experiences bring change to their lives while the groom's sister seeks to maintain balance in the troubled family. She along with an injured World War II veteran bring heartfelt healing to this family.

JJ Dawes

The author is a native of Kentucky and grew up during the Great Depression years. She witnessed the desperation that families endured. This was written concerning the roads traveled by many families of this decade and the glimmer of hope that was felt before the next decade when World War II became a reality. She has related numerous events told by people of influences of the early nineteenth century. The book was intended to give hope in the darkest of times and affirm that there will be brighter tomorrows when people join together and have the patience to endure. Tolerance for others and a strong spirit can bring one rich blessings.