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    Reflection
    Reflection
    Reflection
    Audiobook15 hours

    Reflection

    Written by Diane Chamberlain

    Narrated by Erin Bennett

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    About this audiobook

    Twenty years ago, a terrible tragedy shattered the tranquility of the small Pennsylvania Dutch town of Reflection. The residents of the village have never forgiven the one woman they blamed for what happened-Rachel Huber. After the incident, Rachel left the town and cut off all ties there. But when Rachel receives the news that her estranged grandmother, Helen, is ill and needs her care, she returns to Reflection. On arrival she discovers that the town has not forgotten the past, and, amongst the hostility and gossip, Rachel is forced to seek out old allies and new passions. Soon she finds an unlikely advocate in her grandmother, who surprises her with her wise counsel and rare strength. Rachel comes to realize that they are both trying to overcome the past, and in doing so brings private guilt and concealed secrets into the light.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTantor Media, Inc
    Release dateFeb 23, 2016
    ISBN9781494588823
    Reflection
    Author

    Diane Chamberlain

    Diane Chamberlain is the best-selling author of 20 novels. Her books, frequently set in the southeastern United States, are complex stories about love, compassion and forgiveness with a touch of mystery and suspense. Diane was born and raised in Plainfield, New Jersey, and attended Glassboro State University. She also lived for many years in both San Diego and northern Virginia. Diane received her master's degree in clinical social work from San Diego State University. Prior to her writing career, she was a hospital social worker and a psychotherapist in private practice, working primarily with adolescents. Diane's background in psychology and her work in hospitals have given her a keen interest in understanding the way people tick, as well as the background necessary to create real, living, breathing characters. More than a decade ago, Diane was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, which changed the way she works: She sometimes types using voice recognition software. She feels fortunate that her arthritis is not more severe and that she is able to enjoy everyday activities as well as keep up with a busy work and travel schedule. Diane has three married stepdaughters, three grandchildren, and two shelties. She lives with photographer John Pagliuca in North Carolina where she's at work on her 21st novel.

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    • 3/5
      Overall, this was an enjoyable read/listen. I don't think I have ever read any Diane Chamberlain books before and not sure, but I guess they are faith/religious related as this book had that theme running through it. Interesting twist to the outcome of a terrible community tragedy. Enjoyable however there were some liberties that the author appeared to take regarding the Pennsylvania location that weren't exactly correct and I didn't really believe that this main character never took either of her husbands last names which of course would have changed the storyline. But all in all a good read.  
    • 4/5
      A very inspiring story based in Pennsylvania Dutch country of friendship, love, loss, and forgiveness. Without giving away the story, Rachel returns to her hometown of Reflection after being away for over twenty years, due to a horrible tragedy to care for her grandmother. The town where she grew up with her best friends - Luke and Michael hold many memories; however, upon returning Rachel finds people are still angry with her and blame her for the tragedy which happened years earlier. Michael now, (unhappily married) and a minister of Mennonite church picks up his strong relationship with Rachel while they both try to save the land and town from new developments.

      The grandmother and the granddaughter have more in common than you may think. There are hidden secrets which will change the course of the future; however, to do so may affect many others. A well-written story combining three generations of families with the strength to overcome all obstacles. You will not want to put this book down, as this beautiful story will keep you engrossed with its secrets of the past- as truths unfold with loveable characters who find the strength and sacrifice their needs for the community within a quaint setting.