The Hidden Legacy, Paperback/Carrie Sue Barnes

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Description A young American woman departs for France, leaving behind her family and fianc , to serve as a nurse during World War I. Her unpredictable experiences and choices will reshape not only her, but the generations to come after her, as well. Your legacy is built one decision at a time. Forsaking the comforts of home at the height of World War I, Annie Walcott serves as a nurse at a French estate turned war hospital. In the face of daily hardships and losses, she shutters her heart against the emotional toll of her work. When Kyle, the brother of a patient, arrives at the hospital, his and Annie's unforeseen connection threatens to dismantle her protective walls. New possibilities and former loyalties clash. Will Annie have the courage to become the woman of unrivaled strength and faith she longs to be? Can she embrace the sacrifices necessary to step forward in love?Eighty years later, in a tiny Midwest town where Annie has led a quiet, contented life, she finally confides her untold memories to her great-granddaughter Laurel. The heritage of secrets casts a startling new light on Laurel's family, faith, and identity. In Annie's final days, can Laurel allow truth to heal the past and fortify her for the future?About the Author Carrie Sue Barnes has always adored books, and when she fell in love with creative writing in sixth grade, there was no going back. She resides with her family in Wisconsin, though she says she will always be a Michigan girl at heart. You can read Carrie Sue's short fiction stories and faith-inspired reflections on her website, carrieinwriting. com. She also invites readers to connect with her on her Facebook author page, www. facebook. com/carrieinwriting.