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A Tapestry of Secrets

Pages
304
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

Perla Phillips, now in her eighties, has held a secret for sixty years. When a stroke silences her before she can reveal it, her granddaughter Ella returns home, carrying a secret of her own. Together with Ella's aunt Sadie, they begin to piece together Perla's past, uncovering more than they ever expected. The women must decide if they have the courage to face the truth or let it remain hidden forever.

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About the author

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Sarah Loudin Thomas

Sarah Loudin Thomas writes fiction often set in Appalachia, exploring themes of faith and community. Her books include "When Silence Sings," "The Sound of Rain," and "The Right Kind of Fool." She tells stories that resonate with readers looking for heart and history.

Characters

EllaProtagonist
SadieSupporting
Perla Phillipswork.info.role.protagonist (1940s/present)

An elderly woman in the present day who, at eighteen, had a secret affair and kept it hidden for decades; her story is told alongside flashbacks to that pivotal time.

Ella Phillipswork.info.role.protagonist (present)

Perla's granddaughter, struggling with perfectionism and the pressure of an upcoming wedding, who learns about Perla's past through a series of letters.

All characters in A Tapestry of Secrets