Salvaged" by Stefne Scott Miller

"Salvaged", By Stefne Scott Miller, is a powerful book that adults will enjoy but that young people should read. It brought to my mind that sometimes adults forget that tradegy and suffering impact young people in profound ways. It was also a truthful look at the obstacles teen-agers and young adults deal with in relationships. Stefne addressed sensitive subjects that a lot of parents, teachers, and other influencers skirt. She drew a 'map' of how to navigate through some of the troublesome topics of teen dating and relationships. I know people simular to the characters. People who sincerely desire to live a pure life before God. "Salvaged" doesn't portray them as perfect and I appreciate that. This book is a must read for parents, grandparents, and teenagers.
Elaine Littau, author of Nan's Journey

Hannah's Journey by June Venable

Hannah's Journey by June Venable
In November 2009 my husband and I were in Austin, Texas for a book fair. Across the isle from our table was an author whose book was titled "Hannah's Journey". I spoke with June Venable, the author, and we traded books. It was an honor to meet Mrs. Venable."Hannah's Journey" is a historical fiction for young adults. It follows a young girl who was one of the more than 200,000 orphaned or abandoned children who rode the Orphan trains from the mid-1800's until 1930. They were placed with families along various routes. Hannah was placed with a family in Texas. The character of Hannah is fictional but she is a compilation of a number of the children in this situation.June Venable's "Hannah's Journey" is well-written and engaging from cover to cover. Her writing pulls the reader into the lives of the characters. I am thrilled that she is working on another book.
Elaine Littau, author of Nan's Journey & Elk's Resolve