A Beautiful Story -- As the Tide Comes In

As the Tide Comes In is a beautiful contemporary story written by Cindy Woodsmall, together with her daughter-in-law Erin. 

While there is definitely a love story in this book, it is so much more than just your typical romance. There is a tremendous amount of loss, hurt, and uncertainty that has filled the life of Tara Abbott. But the beauty of faith, hope, and healing shines through in ways that cause her story to dig itself deep into the emotions of the reader. The entire cast of characters in this story is an over-the-top fantastic group of folks that I would love to have by my side if I found myself searching for answers as Tara was.

Although this book is certainly a stand-alone novel, you may find yourself thinking, as I did, that you've run across some of these folks before. If you have read Cindy and Erin's first joint venture, The Gift of Christmas Past, you might remember Tara playing a minor role in the story of a couple of her foster sisters -- who in turn play into Tara's story here.

I highly recommend As the Tide Comes In to readers of great inspirational fiction. Thanks to the WaterBrook & Multnomah Launch Team for providing a copy of the book. I am happy to share my own thoughts in this review.

About the Book:

When an unthinkable loss sends Tara Abbott's life spiraling out of control, she journeys from North Carolina to Georgia's St. Simons Island. Although confused and scared, she hopes to find answers about her past - her life before the years of foster care and raising her two half-brothers as a young adult. Will she find steady ground on the island, surrounded by an eccentric-but-kindhearted group of older women called The Glynn Girls and a determined firefighter? Or will the truth splinter what's left of her identity into pieces?

About the Authors:

Cindy Woodsmall is the New York Times and CBA best-selling author of eighteen works of fiction. She's been featured in national media outlets such as ABC's Nightline and the Wall Street Journal. Cindy has won numerous awards and has been a finalist for the prestigious Christy, Rita, and Carol Awards. Cindy and her husband reside near the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains. She can be found online at cindywoodsmall.com

Erin Woodsmall is a writer, musician, wife, and mom of three. She has edited, brainstormed, and researched books with Cindy for almost a decade.