"The Great Depression hit West Virginia hard. In Hope River, men have no work and women struggle to feed hungry children. Nurse Becky Myers has returned to care for them. While she handles most situations, Becky relies on midwife Patience Murphy to help women have their babies. But time and experience have tempered Becky's cheerfulness, as tragedy has destroyed the spirit of Dr. Isaac Blum. And Becky's skills and courage will be tested"--From the publisher's web site.
