'Send Down the Rain' by Charles Martin is a heartwarming story that delves into themes of sacrifice, love, redemption, and forgiveness. The plot follows Joseph, a Vietnam War veteran, who is haunted by his past traumas and seeks solace in a secluded cabin in the Carolina mountains. However, his life takes a turn when he comes to the aid of Catalina, a single mother fleeing from danger. As Joseph gets involved in helping Catalina and her children, old flames are reignited, and long-buried secrets resurface, leading to a series of unexpected twists and turns. The narrative is complex, with multiple storylines intertwining to create a compelling and emotionally resonant tale that explores the impact of war and personal tragedies on individuals.
Charles Martin's writing style in 'Send Down the Rain' is characterized by rich character development, beautiful storytelling, and a knack for creating real, broken characters that readers can empathize with. The author weaves a narrative that is fast-paced, emotionally stimulating, and filled with relatable settings and characters that draw readers in and keep them engaged until the very end. Through his masterful storytelling, Martin explores themes of brotherly love, the effects of war, and the power of redemption, ultimately delivering a poignant and thought-provoking story that resonates with readers on a deep emotional level.
From The Publisher:
Can two people brought together by desperate circumstances help one another heal, and maybe even begin a new life? New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin's Send Down the Rain answers the questions of what it means-and what level of sacrifice it takes-to truly love someone.
Allie is still recovering from the loss of her family's beloved waterfront restaurant on Florida's Gulf Coast when she loses her second husband to a terrifying highway accident. Devastated and losing hope, she shudders to contemplate the future-until a cherished person from her past returns.
Joseph has been adrift for many years, wounded in both body and spirit and unable to come to terms with the trauma of his Vietnam War experiences. Just as he resolves to abandon his search for peace and live alone in a remote cabin in the Carolina mountains, he discovers a mother and her two small children lost in the forest. A man of character and strength, he instinctively steps in to help them get back to their home in Florida. There he will return to his own hometown-and witness the accident that launches a bittersweet reunion with his childhood sweetheart, Allie.
When Joseph offers to help Allie rebuild her restaurant, it seems the flame may reignite-until a forty-five-year-old secret begins to emerge, threatening to destroy all hope for their second chance at love.
Send Down the Rain will take you on a journey that spans the sweltering migrant worker routes of south Florida, muddy battlefields of Vietnam, thickets of northwest North Carolina, and the idyllic shores of America's most beautiful beach (Cape San Blas). At the story's center lies the question: What does it mean-and what level of sacrifice does it take-to truly love someone?
Praise for Send Down the Rain:
"Charles Martin understands the power of story and he uses it to alter the souls and lives of both his characters and his readers."-Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling author
Full-length, stand-alone novel
Includes discussion questions for book clubs
Also by bestselling author Charles Martin: The Mountain Between Us, Chasing Fireflies, When Crickets Cry, and The Letter Keeper
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