Dakota December
Dakota December by Lauraine Snelling is a historical fiction novel published independently on November 27, 2018. This edition spans 316 pages and is presented in English. The story begins with Sheriff Caleb Stenesrude rescuing a woman and her child during a blizzard in North Dakota, setting the stage for a unique Christmas Eve. As the community of Soldahl rallies around Johanna Carlson and her children, the narrative explores themes of compassion and resilience amid challenging circumstances.
Readers will find an engaging portrayal of life in the early 1900s, focusing on the interconnected lives of five women in a farming community. The book delves into Johanna’s struggles as she grapples with her past while navigating her new surroundings. Dakota December continues the Dakota Series, offering insights into the historical context and the dynamics of small-town life, making it a thoughtful addition for those interested in Christian fiction and historical narratives.
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“Help.” A weak voice moaned from the horse’s back.
Sheriff Caleb Stenesrude climbs over the gate in a blizzard and reaches up in time to catch the woman as she falls. To his astonishment, a small child, hanging on for dear life, falls with her.Under his breath he thanks the good Lord for bringing them this far and for a dog with a nose and ears to beat all.As the North Dakota storm continues to scream outside the house on the edge of town, Caleb tries to tend to the near-frozen mother and boy. When the woman lets out a piercing cry of labor, Caleb realizes this would be a Christmas eve like no other.In the days after, Caleb and the town of Soldahl take Johanna Carlson and her two children into their hearts, but Johanna keeps her distance, afraid to tell anyone the truth about her life.
Dakota December is the fourth book of the Dakota Series that features the intertwining lives of five inspiring women who live in the early 1900s in the farming community of Soldahl, North Dakota.
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