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The stone church of Hickory Hollow has been the heart of the community for generations. In 1869, preacher’s daughter Amanda Hodges meets newcomer Matt Campbell and helps build the church, but his past threatens the town’s loyalties. Over the decades new parsons, descendants of the original clergy, and townsfolk navigate romances, feuds, and the enduring conflict between the Randall and Campbell families. From the 1950s conflict between James Randall and Robert Campbell to modern-day struggles over development, the story follows family histories, faith, and the fight to preserve a cherished place of worship.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Pamela Griffin
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