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In *In This Mountain* Father Timothy Kavanagh and his wife, Cynthia, settle back into the quiet life of Mitford, North Carolina. While Father Tim balances his pastoral duties with a newfound openness to change, Cynthia pursues her own ambitions and gains recognition beyond the town.
The narrative follows the townsfolk's routines: Dooley as a developing veterinarian, Joe Ivey and Fancy Skinner battling in the local hair salon, Percy experimenting with new menu items at the Grill, and Uncle Billy seeking comedic success. The return of the enigmatic “Man in the Attic” adds an extra layer of intrigue.
Father Tim’s growing frustration with retirement and his reluctance to alter his ways are challenged when a sudden event forces him to confront his faith, his marriage, and the identity of Mitford itself.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Christian Fiction/Contemporary Christian Fiction
Authors: Jan Karon
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