Adeline
At eighty-seven year of age, Adeline sets out on one last adventure. She heads to the lake house, where her family spent so many summers, with the goal of living out the year there. The memories of her past seem to haunt her at every turn, unfolding in vivid detail as she recalls the people and events that shaped her life. Adeline steadily prepares for her final journey and struggles to find peace as the true strength and beauty of her heart is revealed.
This book is also available for purchase as an eBook download.
12 Comments
Post a comment
Mary Ann,
It’s the bridge over the channel at Twin Lakes Idaho. where we spent so many summers as a family . The sight of it on the cover filled my memory with nostalgist moments ,of remembering the times we filled our lives with love and understanding , and with adventure of learning about the lake and the beautiful mountains around it.
It was a time of mother nature at it’s best. Of sights and sounds that most people in this world would never enjoy.
We were a lucky family.
God loves you Mary Ann . He gave you a special talent and you will bring joy to many . With Love Dad
Hi Mary Ann,
Just read Adeline….Loved it! An easy read, pages flowed one after the other. I could easily picture the woods, the cabin, the lake, felt like I was taking a hike w/Adeline. I’m proud of Adeline for wanting to have one last adventure, good for her.
I liked how you posed questions throughout her story….is life meant to be difficult or is it us who makes it that way? When did we stop living, stop being adventurous?
I like how you wrapped up her life simply through her hands, her hard working hands, her applauding hands, her gentle hands, she lived a great life.
pg 96,Two of the fingers were decorated with rings, a wedding ring and a mother’s ring, a sign to the world that these hands belonged to a woman who has been loved with the passion of a man’s heart and with the sweet innocence of a child’s.
Excellent book Mary Ann….I look forward to the release of your second novel.
Mary Ann–I just finished Adeline. It was a wonderfully descriptive book. The part that most struck a cord with me was when she was describing her hands, which could be any womans. I look forward to reading more of your creations. Congratulations–Sheri
What a beautiful story, my time with Adeline was calm, peaceful and full of grace. Mary Ann your words transported me under the willow trees in the canal, to the porch and along the old road, thank you. Each time I left Adeline I kept her in my thoughts and could not wait to visit with her again.
Loved the book, Mary Ann!
What a wonderful read!!! I think this should be made into a movie!!
Very nice!
Lindy
Mary Ann
I also loved this book. I wish you had a series of books with great
stories like this. I was drawn in and felt like I was walking right
beside her all the way. The descriptions and detail created such
a visual picture and the feeling of being there with the smell of the
lake air, the sounds of the forest. I laughed and cried and think I
have a better understanding of the wishes of others.
Thank You
Annette
Mary Ann,
I loved Adeline! I look forward to your next novel!
Thank you!
Lisa
I just loved your book Adeline. It took me back to my youth growing up in the country. Mary Ann describes so beautifully the sounds, scents and smells of the cabin on the lake that she knows very well. Her description of the stars reminds me of sleeping in my bedroll and wondering the extent of the universe. This is a book you will want to read again and it is one you will want to give as a present to family and friends. Thank you Mary Ann, I can’t wait until you next book. Dave
Dear Mary Ann,
I didn’t get to read your first novel, which Ann, my daughter gave me until the other day…….. I had left it at my Son’s house for a few weeks. I just finished reading it….what a story….I loved it for it’s realism, truth, memories and love…Adeline is now in my memory…….. I have shared it with many of my sisters.
Sincerely,
Madeleine Chance
Mary Ann,
I loved the book! It is so well written, I could clearly picture Adeline on her adventures, almost as if she was talking directly to me. This was the best book I have read in quite awhile! Can’t wait for another book to be published
MaryAnn,
I read Adeline yesterday, straight through, finishing about 9:00pm.
I really enjoyed it and the experience was very moving.
I plan to read it again in the next couple days.
Great job! I look forward to your next book.
Dave Pfost
Loved the story, MaryAnn! I shared it with my own mother, who is 85 and lives on a lake. I just made her promise that she wouldn’t take any long walks when she finishes your wonderful book. You have a great talent to describe so well we can hear and smell while reading.