Beauty for Ashes

Gloria knew the benefits of wealth. Her life had been filled with every conceivable luxury, which would only continue when she was married to a well known and wealthy man. But Gloria's world is shattered when her fiancée is found murdered - in very questionable circumstances. Brokenhearted, Gloria flees to the quiet country town where her father grew up. There she meets sincere, humble people who seem satisfied without money - and discovers a love she never dreamed existed. But can even the love of handsome Murray MacRae release Gloria from the shame of her past?
Grace Livingston Hill is the beloved author of more than 100 books. Read and enjoyed by millions, her wholesome stories contain adventure, romance, and the heartwarming triumphs of people faced with the problems of life and love. Read more Continue reading Read less ABOUT THE AUTHOR
GRACE LIVINGSTON HILL (1865-1947) is known as the pioneer of Christian romance. Grace wrote over one hundred faith-inspired books during her lifetime. When her first husband died, leaving her with two daughters to raise, writing became a way to make a living, but she always recognized storytelling as a way to share her faith in God. She has touched countless lives through the years and continues to touch lives today. Her books feature moving stories, delightful characters, and love in its purest form. Grace Livingston Hill began writing stories in 1877 at the tender age of twelve and didn't stop until her death in 1947. But what may be more amazing is that she has sold over 84 million copies and is still loved by young and old alike. --This text refers to an alternate kindleedition edition. FROM THE BACK COVER
."" . .there stood Gloria in her lovely orchid dress with her gold hair aflame and her eyes wide pools of dark blue horror in a white, white face.""
The news dealt a startling blow. Days before her wedding, Gloria Sutherland's fiance was shot and killed in a nightclub while dancing with another woman. To avoid the swirling gossip, Gloria travels to her father's childhood home in Maine, seeking peace but doubting she'll ever find it again.
Then she meets Murray MacRae, a neighbor and promising young businessman. Gloria's summer is soon filled with backyard tennis matches and twilight suppers. . .and a faint idea that maybe some men are worthy of trust. Murray's faith begins to revive Gloria's hope. If only her past would remain hidden.
Surely no beauty could rise from the ashes of her life. . . . --This text refers to an alternate kindleedition edition. REVIEW
I first discovered Grace Livingston Hill when I was 11 or 12. Livingston's simple stories of faith and romance have been some of my favorites ever since.

Beauty for Ashes is no different. This simple story of two high society girls who find joy in a simpler life and a walk with Christ is uplifting and a joy to read. (Karen Palmer WorryFreeMom 2013-10-07) --This text refers to an alternate kindleedition edition. BOOK DESCRIPTION
Love endures in a series of Grace Livingston Hill classics! After Gloria Sutherland's fiancé is shot and killed in a speakeasy, she travels to her father's childhood home in Maine, seeking peace but doubting she'll ever find it again. Surely no beauty could rise from the ashes of her life. . . .



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