Book Review: Sunflowers in a Hurricane

This novel begins with an intriguing title and delivers an equally fascinating story. There’s a sweet simplicity to it and yet a deepness of emotion that makes your heart ache. Yet above all, Sunflowers in a Hurricane is a hopeful and inspiring tale.

In a little town called Meadowbrook, three character’s lives intertwine and change forever. Each of their stories is told in an authentic first-person voice. George is an elderly man who lives alone, shaped by a drastic decision he made years ago—the hardest decision of his life. Single mom Cheryl is bitter toward men, overworked, tired, but her daughter Ruth means the world to her and she only wants what’s best for her (despite what her daughter thinks). Ruth resents being dragged away from her home and friends to attend a funeral and then ready her dead grandma’s house for sale. What could life in this tiny town possibly have to offer her anyway?

As it turns out, quite a lot—for her as well as for her mother and George. As truth comes to light, a beautiful story unfolds. Faith elements are plentiful, but never tacked on; they’re essential to the story and woven perfectly throughout. Sunflowers in a Hurricane is a very satisfying read and I highly recommend it!

Sunflowers in a Hurricane is available in paperback and as a Kindle ebook.