Book one in the bestselling series that has captivated millions of readers around the world!A NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, and PUBLISHERS WEEKLY bestseller“Her Mother’s Hope has all the meaty elements of a blockbuster.” Denver PostThe first in a two-book saga by the beloved author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece, Her Mother’s Hope is a rich, moving epic about faith and dreams, heartache and … Her Mother’s Hope is a rich, moving epic about faith and dreams, heartache and disappointment, and the legacy of love passed down through four generations in one family.
Near the turn of the twentieth century, fiery Marta Schneider leaves Switzerland for a better life, determined to fulfill her mother’s hope. Her formative journey takes her through Europe and eventually to Canada, where she meets handsome Niclas Waltert. But nothing has prepared her for the sacrifices she must make for marriage and motherhood as she travels to the Canadian wilderness and then to the dusty Central Valley of California to raise her family. Marta’s hope is to give her children a better life, but experience has taught her that only the strong survive. Her tough love is often misunderstood, especially by her oldest daughter, Hildemara Rose, who craves her mother’s acceptance. Amid the drama of World War II, Hildie falls in love and begins a family of her own. But unexpected and tragic events force mother and daughter to face their own shortcomings and the ever-widening chasm that threatens to separate them forever.
“Emotionally rich. . . . As her compelling characters seek to do what they feel their faith demands, Rivers sets their resonant struggles against dusty streets, windswept Canadian plains, and California vineyards in vivid scenes readers will not soon forget.” Booklist, starred review
“Writers like Rivers are why people buy Christian fiction: it’s dramatic, engaging . . . [and] this well-told tale will have readers eagerly awaiting the story’s resolution.” Publishers Weekly
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I started reading this book years ago, but never finished. Finally, I did. The author is very good at weaving a story with our struggle to fit God into our lives. Life gets in the way of God’s patience and love, but He never gives up on us.
This saga takes place during the first half of the 1900s, from Switzerland through Canada and into California. The main character, and the focus of the next generation, were unlikable, so the book felt interminable, but the author has such a reputation for stellar writing that I stuck with it to the end. Her note at the end explains why she wrote …
I loved the way you felt like you were right there.
I love the book because it’s so inspiring in different ways. It also shows the power of faith
I loved this book.
Loved this book
Very touching story. The sequel is really good too.
Have read most of her books. I’m never disappointed!
I could not put this book down, & could not wait to read the next one.
Enjoyed it and the sequel!
Wonderful story of survival amidst hardships.
I feel as if I come to know the characters personally…
Well written from the heart. At times I felt I was reading my own life’s story. Of course I am a huge fan of Francine Rivers. Loved this book!
Great book by great author!
Francine Rivers is a wonderful writer.
An excellent book.
One of my favorites
Love Francine Rivers! This book was awesome from start to finish.
Wonderful. I especially love a series. I recommend these books to friends for people who don’t understand who God is and who we are to Him.
I liked the characters. They were presented in a realistic fashion. Although the book was inspirational, it was not “preachy”.