House on Malcolm Street - by Leisha Kelly (Paperback)

About the Book

Bestselling author Kelly returns with an inspiring story of a young widow whorediscovers hope in Illinois in the 1920s.

Book Synopsis

It is the autumn of 1920 and Leah Breckenridge is desperate to find a way to provide for her young daughter. After losing her husband and infant son in an accident, she is angry at God and fearful about the future. Finding refuge in a boardinghouse run by her late husband's aunt, Leah's heart begins the slow process of mending. Is it the people who surround her--or perhaps this very house--that reach into her heart with healing?
Delightful, realistic characters and skilled writing make "The House on Malcolm Street" a treasure. Leisha Kelly's fans and new readers alike will find this simple story about the complexities of life an engrossing read.

From the Back Cover

When tragedy steals her future, can Leah learn to trust again?
It is the autumn of 1920, and Leah Breckenridge is desperate to find a way to provide for her young daughter. After losing her husband and infant son, she is angry at God and fearful about the days ahead. Finding refuge in a boardinghouse run by her late husband's aunt, Leah begins the slow process of mending her heart.
Is it the people who surround her--or perhaps this very house--that reach into her heart with healing? As Leah finds peace tending to an abandoned garden, can she find a way to trust God with her future?
A beautifully simple story about the complexities of life, "The House on Malcolm Street "is a treasure.
"What a powerful and poignant portrayal of two people struggling to rebuild their lives! With her beautiful prose and her unfailing ability to plumb the depths of human emotions, Leisha Kelly made me care so deeply that when I turned the last page, I had only one thought: more, please."--Amanda Cabot, author, "Paper Roses" and "Scattered Petals"
Prior to her untimely death in 2011, Leisha Kelly was the author of several bestselling historical fiction books, including "Julia's Hope," "Emma's Gift," and "Katie's Dream." She served many years on her local library board and was active in the ministries of her church.

About the Author

Prior to her untimely death in 2011, Leisha Kelly was the author of several bestselling historical fiction books, including "Julia's Hope," "Emma's Gift," and "Katie's Dream." She served many years on her local library board and was active in the ministries of her church.