Book Three of the For Women Only; Magical Realism, Mind, Body, & Spirit Series.
"WOW!!” Down on her luck, Hannah has nothing left but her horse. And by God, she's not going to let anything happen to him. No way, no how....
“Hannah’s Home” delights in this slice of life story about the hardships of the American farmer and the indomitable free spirit of a single woman. When Charlie leaves home one morning never to return, Hannah purchases a rundown fruit farm and is determined to succeed in turning the barren land into a profitable business. To support herself in the meantime, she sells homemade pies and styles “dead people's hair” at the local funeral parlor; where reverence and humor go hand-in-hand.
Her horse Billy Bob, named after her favorite movie actor, is the foundation of her sanity. She relies on the minute details of his day-to-day care to keep her grounded. Pursued by a persistent man who is a sheep farmer by day and bartender at night, more than a deadly tornado is in store for Hannah. Love is in the air.
“Hannah’s Home” is a step back in time where you’ll shop at second-hand stores and barter for the things you need, where hard work is the order of the day and Chili Night at the local Honky Tonk is a big event. Deals are still made with a handshake in Ridge Creek, a town where everyone knows where you live, where pretty is just plain pretty, and fun is kicking up your heels as often as you possibly can.
This is a funny novel. This is a poignant novel. It is boisterous and yet quiet, and runs along the veins of “The Secret Life of Bees” and “Fried Green Tomatoes.” It is a victory dance.
Professional Reviews
Hannah's House!
Loved the story this book told about the strength that Hannah showed in all her ups and downs as she started a new life for herself. Billy Bob and the ghosts and the other characters made this a very entertaining book. I couldn't wait to turn the page to see what was next for Hannah. I highly recommend this book.
A True to Life Story of Love and Loss and Starting Over
Hannah will tug at your heart as you watch her pick up the pieces of her shattered life. If you have ever known someone who started over, you will root for her from beginning to end. The simplicity of her life will make you question your own materialism. A great read.
Another Great Story
I have read all of MaryAnn's books and look forward to the next. As I pick up each new story, I know that I'm not going to want to put it down and this was the case with Hannah's Home. The ending was a bit of a surprise but was uniquely Hannah and I only wish there was a sequel to this book because I'm dying to know how the rest of her life plays out. The characters feel like "family" and I want to know more!
Kimberly has gone from a well-paid female executive one minute to a desperate woman the next. Thinking her day can't possibly get any worse, she finds out how wrong she is when she goes home. The only way to set things straight is to get even.
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