Heirlooms, (Paperback)

This was a really good heartfelt novel! I loved all the references to the flowers and their meanings as well as learning about the Korean cultures, beliefs and different sayings. Told through two time lines, this follows grandmothers and granddaughters as they grow and learn the meaning of their lives. Helen and Eunhee are navy windows in the 1950's trying to get their feet back on the ground. During this very different time, Helen doesn't think twice about helping Eunhee and the two quickly form a bond and friendship unlike another, and each learning valuable lessons from the other. Cassidy has had the deviation of losing her grandmother, and as we all d0, she wishes she had had more time with her. But she left instructions that Cassidy is to inherit the farmhouse and she must clear out the attic with the help of Grace, and it is time sensitive so they need to do it as soon as possible. Not sure why her grandmother wants her friend to help her but she holds true to her wishes. The two make time to go through the old farm house attic and what awaits them is shocking and life changing, but forces the past to be talked about and lessons about life and themselves are learned as they journey this path they've been put on. I really loved this novel! I loved everything I learned from it and this is one I would read again, as I feel there may be so much more I could learn a second time. Thank you to the author, Justread Tours and Tyndale Publishing for the free novel. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

*Sometimes sentimentality is more important than practicality-at least to the heart.* This was an exquisite story of investing in what is important for future generations: friendships, faith, preservation and leaving a legacy for those who come after. It was a nostalgic trip for me because I connected with the times and attitudes of the 50s, as well as having friends of many ethnic groups and a mother who not only grew up in China as a missionary kid, but went on to teach mentally handicapped kids. A dual time story of friendship told in a beautiful way. Helen and Eunhee forged a friendship out of need. * A soft heart makes a soft nest, and love and honest talk make good friends.* And Grace and Cassidy carried on that legacy on the farm that Helen started. * It kind of reminds me of Queen Esther. She was born for her time and for her challenges. So were our grandmothers. We are born for our time and for our challenges.* We can lean many lessons from this touching story.* Rich or poor, we each have the opportunity to invest whatever we have been given.* * I received a complimentary copy of this book from Tyndale on behalf of the author. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.*