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Young Richard Gracen has just lost his mother and finds himself thrust into the care of his uncle’s family, where he is expected to work at the slaughterhouse and repay a heavy debt. When a telegram arrives from his late father's sister inviting him to visit and offering travel and other arrangements, Richard has no choice but to accept. The decision sets in motion events that profoundly affect his future and the lives of those around him. The story explores themes of duty, family responsibility and the enduring power of love, care, and faith.
First publish date: 1915
Genre: Christian Fiction/Contemporary Christian Fiction
Authors: Grace Livingston Hill
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