The River Between Hearts
The River Between Hearts by Heather Mateus Sappenfield, published by Regal House Publishing, LLC in February 2022, is a poignant exploration of family and friendship through the eyes of a young girl. In this 162-page narrative, Rill Kruse faces the aftermath of her father’s sudden disappearance, navigating the complexities of her changing family dynamics and the challenges of growing up. As summer vacation begins, Rill clings to the hope that her father will return, while her relationships with her mother, brother, and friends evolve in unexpected ways.
Readers will find that Rill’s journey is marked by her encounters with various characters, including Gus, who has taken on a protective role, and Joyce, who provides both support and a dose of reality. The story delves into themes of loss and resilience as Rill embarks on an adventure with a stowaway named Perla, prompting her to confront her understanding of friendship and healing. This edition, written in English, invites readers to reflect on the social themes that shape Rill’s world and the bonds that help her navigate her challenges.
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On an ordinary Monday, Rill Kruse left for third grade with a dad, but when she came home, he’d been stolen. By a river. One year and thirteen days later–on the first morning of summer vacation–Rill still insists he’s trudging home. Her mom has become a practical woman. Her older brother, Eddy, now calls her baby and dork. Gus, second-in-command at Kruse Whitewater Adventures, Rill’s family’s rafting company, has gone from being her dad’s “risk bro” to her mom’s guardian angel. Joyce, company secretary, arm-wrestler, and mechanic, still calls Rill a fingerling, but, after learning what a cheater water is, Rill wishes she’d stop. When Rill’s cat, Clifford, leads her to the family tree fort on the mountainside behind home, she discovers a stowaway, Perla. To help Perla, Rill embarks on an adventure that tests her understanding of the world, of loss, and of what it means to be a friend. In the end, what Rill discovers will nudge her–and all those she loves–toward healing.
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