Books like Once Upon a Summer by Janette Oke
Josh lives in a family with no typical structure. When Grandpa and Uncle Charlie devise a scheme to find a husband for Auntie Lou, the only mother figure Josh has known is removed from his life. Faced with the unraveling of his world, Josh must decide how to maintain his family’s unity and his own sense of belonging. The story explores the challenges of love, loyalty, and faith during the season of change.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Religious & Spiritual Fiction/Religious Fiction
Authors: Janette Oke
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