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Julia's Last Hope
Christian Historical Fiction
Julia's Last Hope
Book 2 of the Women of the West (Janette Oke) series
208 pages · First published 1990
John and Julia Harrigan have built a comfortable life with their twin daughters in Calder Springs, a small lumber town nestled in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. But when the local timber mill closes after exhausting its supply of lumber, John loses his job, and families begin leaving a community that seems destined to become a ghost town. Unwilling to abandon their home, Julia searches for a way to attract new businesses and visitors, hoping to give Calder Springs a future beyond the lumber industry. Despite setbacks and growing uncertainty, she draws on her Christian faith and determination to keep her family and community together. The second Women of the West novel is a story of resilience, resourcefulness, and finding hope when an entire way of life is threatened. An encouraging choice for readers drawn to resourceful women, a community facing an uncertain future, and hope built through practical acts of courage.
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Job loss and widespread unemployment; financial insecurity following a lumber mill closure; families leaving their homes and community; fear of losing a home and livelihood; emotional distress and uncertainty about the future.
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Shalott Lavender Fog
Soft lavender and creamy vanilla offer a comforting pause amid a story of community hardship, perseverance, and hope for a brighter future.
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- Stir lavender syrup and vanilla into hot Earl Grey. Add steamed milk and spoon a little foam over the top.
- Garnish: Small culinary lavender sprig, optional.
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Cabernet Sauvignon
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A rich, warming red wine complements Julia's determination to preserve her mountain town and the comforts of home when everything seems uncertain.
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- Pour cabernet sauvignon into an appropriate wine glass and serve at the recommended temperature.
- Garnish: None.
- Glassware: Wine glass.
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