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A Rose Blooms Twice (A Prairie Heritage, Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Vikki Kestell (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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A Rose Blooms Twice is book 1 in the acclaimed inspirational series, A Prairie Heritage: One family . . . steeped in the love and grace of God, indomitable in their faith, tried and tested in the fires of life, passing forward a legacy to change their world. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.

Rose Brownlee has suffered more loss than most people can endure. Now she must find a purpose and a way to move on with her life. Will she bow to conventional wisdom or will she, like Abraham of old, choose to follow where God leads her . . . even to a wild and strange land she does not know? Set in the American prairie of the late 1800s, A Rose Blooms Twice is the story of loss, disillusionment, rebirth, and love that will inspire, challenge, and encourage you.

A Prairie Heritage:
Book 1: A Rose Blooms Twice
Book 2: Wild Heart on the Prairie
Book 3: Joy on This Mountain
Book 4: The Captive Within
Book 5: Stolen
Book 6: Lost Are Found
Book 7: All God's Promises
Book 8: The Heart of Joy—A Short Story
Book 9: Rose of RiverBend

Girls from the Mountain
Book 1: Tabitha
Book 2: Tory
Book 3: Sarah Redeemed

Laynie Portland
Book 1: Laynie Portland, Spy Rising
Book 2: Laynie Portland, Retired Spy
Book 3: Laynie Portland, Renegade Spy
Book 4: Laynie Portland, Spy Resurrected
Book 5: Vyper, A Laynie Portland Sequel

Nanostealth
Book 1: Stealthy Steps
Book 2: Stealth Power
Book 3: Stealth Retribution
Book 4: Deep State Stealth
Book 5: Stealth Insurgence
Book 6: Stealth Triumph
Book 7: Stealth Genesis: A Nanostealth Prequel

"Vikki writes the kind of faith-filled fiction that hooks you within the first few pages, will not let you go until you have finished, and leaves you wishing for more." —Janis Braun, Seattle, Washington

"Her books are not just for 'chicks'! I was amazed how engrossed I became in the lives of Vikki's characters, and how much I could relate to their situations." —Ed Dunne, Los Angeles

"Be prepared to put life on hold. That's all I have to say!" —Rebecca H., New Jersey

"You will laugh, you will cry but, most of all, you will be uplifted." —LaTisha Holland, St. Augustine, FL
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A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.

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"Inspired and Inspiring: I just discovered Vikki Kestell three weeks ago, and I've read straight through all the books of her Prairie Heritage series." --P. H.

"One of the Best Ever! I read a lot and this series is undoubtedly a MUST READ! Don't miss even one book of the series. I've lost a lot of sleep over these books!" --J. W.

"Totally Uplifting. I was looking for, and desperately needed, something to lift my spirit. . . . I can't even begin to say what a joy it was to read such a positive and delightful story." --E.W.

"Kestell Is a Great Writer. I cannot even put into words how much these books have blessed me. I recommend them highly. Do yourself a favor and read them all." --G.

About the Author

Vikki Kestell's passion for people and their stories is evident in her readers' affection for her characters and unusual plotlines. Two often-repeated sentiments are, I feel like I know these people, and, I'm right there, in the book, experiencing what the characters experience. Vikki holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Learning and Instructional Technologies. She left a career of twenty-plus years in government, academia, and corporate life to pursue writing full time. Writing is the best job ever, she admits, and the most demanding. Also an accomplished speaker and teacher, Vikki and her husband Conrad Smith make their home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. To keep abreast of new book releases, sign up for Vikki's newsletter on her website, http: //www.vikkikestell.com, find her on Facebook at http: //www.facebook.com/TheWritingOfVikkiKestell, or follow her on BookBub, https: //www.bookbub.com/authors/vikki-kestell.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007FGI91Y
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Faith-Filled Fiction(TM) (February 23, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3907 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 237 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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Vikki Kestell’s passion for people and their stories is evident in her readers’ affection for her characters and unusual plotlines. Two often-repeated sentiments are, “I feel like I know these people,” and, “I’m right there, in the book, experiencing what the characters experience.”

Vikki holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Learning and Instructional Technologies. She left a career of twenty-plus years in government, academia, and corporate life to pursue writing full time. “Writing is the best job ever,” she admits, “and the most demanding.”

Also an accomplished speaker and teacher, Vikki and her husband, Conrad Smith, make their home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

To be notified when Vikki has new book releases, sign up for her newsletter on her website, http://www.vikkikestell.com, find her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TheWritingOfVikkiKestell, or follow her on BookBub, https://www.bookbub.com/authors/vikki-kestell.

"Vikki writes the kind of fiction that hooks you within the first few pages, will not let you go until you have finished, and leaves you wishing for more."

--Janis Braun, Seattle, Washington

"Her books are not just for 'chicks'! I was amazed how engrossed I became in the lives of Vikki's characters, and how much I could relate to their situations."

--Ed Dunne, Los Angeles

"Be prepared to put life on hold. That's all I have to say!"

--Rebecca H., New Jersey

"You will laugh, you will cry but, most of all, you will be uplifted."

--LaTisha Holland, St. Augustine, FL

Dear Readers,

I would love to hear from you! If you have questions, would like to comment on my writing, or are interested in having me speak at your church or organization, please contact me on my website, http://vikkikestell.com.

Vikki

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Reader Lady
5.0 out of 5 stars My Musings
Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2023
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What a delightful story with such heartwarming characters and a lovely plot. Jan is such a strong and silent hero, so honorable and patient. Rose is so sad after suffering such devastating losses, but she has a quiet strength. When it would have been so easy to harden her heart, instead she opens it to find a new way to her savior. The spiritual message is an intricate part of this wonderful book. I am so glad I found this incredible love story. I can't wait to read the next one in this series. Happy reading!
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April Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2023
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This was my first book by the author and I thoroughly enjoyed it!

To watch Rose’s journey, both physical and spiritual, unfold was amazing. I was reminded that God is all we need for everything that comes in our life. If we seek Him with our whole heart, He will reveal Himself to us. He brings healing to our bodies and our souls as we yield to Him.

The sweet love that develops between Jan and Rose was gentle and refreshing. They started as friends and became “most precious friends” (to quote Jan’s proposal to Rose).

Thank you for a well written, faith-filled book.
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Beverly Ann McCall
4.0 out of 5 stars Beyond Wildest Dreams
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2016
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I was thoroughly captivated with this novel by Vikki Kestell. Ms. Kestell did an amazing job with the development of her characters. The female protagonist, Rose Brownlee, endures the tragic loss of her beloved husband and children. Struggling to cope with her grief, she begins to search for solace and starts her journey into her spiritual and emotional growth.
A woman of independent means, Rose takes her destiny into her own hands when she decides to circumvent societal edicts concerning widows and ventures out to the West. Deciding to settle in a rural prairie settlement of River Bend, Rose deepens her relationship with God. She also carves out a place for her in this community. Bravely she learns to become a homesteader. The life of loneliness that society would have for her is changed by her bravery and acceptance of change and healing. This healing allows her to discover another love, Jan Thoresen, a Norwegian homesteader, who is also familiar with deep loss.
This is definitely a Christian romance story that was well written. Kestell did a grand job of tying each of the main characters’ suffering, acceptance, and growth with Bible verses. They were woven together with finesse so as not to become overpowering or preaching in tone. I would recommend this book to anyone who is facing their own personal crisis due to loss of a love one. Just like the characters gained strength from the Biblical references so to can the reader.
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Tammy
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2023
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I loved this beautiful book!
The faith was so inspiring!
I loved Rose, so kind, caring, hard working even though she had lost so much.
Jan was so strong and kind to Rose.
Loved the towns people, Jan’s family and Rose’s brother.
Loved Rose and Jan’s sweet love story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars You will become attached to these characters. Vikki writes with beauty and grace and truth and intrigue!!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2018
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This was the first book I have read from this author. She is right up there with Janette Oak and Grace Livingston Hill!! These books are beautifully written, have characters you identify with and love. I am reading the third book in this series now and I can tell you that I don't want it to end. There are some tough subjects in the book that need to be handled correctly and to teach us all how to deal with human trafficking victims. This book is a beautiful snapshot of the amazing transformation that occurs when people love on other people with the love of Jesus. Cannot say enough good things about this author. I have a dream to write books and if I could ever touch hearts nearly as much as this author has touched mine I would be so humbled, blessed and thrilled.
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BevAnnie
5.0 out of 5 stars Rose, what a beautiful story you lived!
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023
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—Vikki Kestell, what an amazing author!! If you like stories of a time gone by, prairies, hard times, good times, romance, heartbreak, love and loss, you may want to latch on to this series. One book in the series I honestly had to skim through the back to see if any names were similar!! It was a different place and a different time! But Kestell does a beautiful job of seamlessly connecting the two time frames, although they were 80 years apart.
You will honestly fall in love with Rose and want to be a better Christian, to be more like her. The books are free to read on Kindle Unlimited. Even after the series, there’s more books to read about particular characters in the series.
I’ll give you a hint… Rose had a servant’s heart and she reached out to reclaim the lives of ‘soiled doves’ that were forced into prostitution. Human trafficking has long been a public menace!! Excellent craftsmanship, Ms. Kestell!
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Grace4evr
5.0 out of 5 stars You have never read a book like this before!
Reviewed in Canada on October 19, 2017
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Another Love story by Vikki! Not romance! A real hero following where God leads. To a place she never dream about but changes her life for ever! Thank you! I saw myself in the pages. My husband died and everything changed.
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D.L.R
5.0 out of 5 stars A Rose Blooms Twice
Reviewed in Australia on January 14, 2015
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I have read the prequel to this story and cried and thought oh what a hard life. I'm so happy that these two stories meshed well together. I wondered what had happened to the brother and hopped he would find love. When I read the first part of a Rose Blooms Twice, again I was saddened by Roses loss of her family. I thought oh my please let her have a good ending. I shall not spoil the story for you. If you have ever seen any of my reviews you know I rarely give out five stars. For no one is perfect. I did in this story because they flowed from the one to this one. Flawless... This is a great Christian read.
I recommend you read the prequel first... Then this one.
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Christine Szmurlo
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
Reviewed in Australia on December 22, 2019
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What an great book.
The first is wonderful.
Great story of migrants overcoming perils.
Growing to love the prairie.
Assimilating with the locals.
Sadness, love and humour.
Well written.
Thank you.
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Deborah Simcha
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and uplifting
Reviewed in Canada on July 18, 2016
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I thoroughly enjoyed this story of the practical and relationship challenges and delights among the people settling in the prairies in the latter days of homesteading. The development of the characters was delightful as was the developing faith of Rose, the central character. A very good, refreshing, satisfying read!
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Mr. R. E. Richardson
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2016
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I did enjoy this story of how a woman lost everything then travelled west and gained faith and a small holding and survived and was blessed. From the Christian perspective this was inspiring and challenging. Look forward to next in series.
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