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From the Ruins (Winds of Change Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kristen M. Fraser (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 207 ratings
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Something beautiful from something broken.
Who am I? What am I supposed to be doing now? What is God’s plan for my life?

Since becoming a widow, these questions have plagued Sandra Tolbrook to the point where she feels completely lost without her soul mate. After an ankle injury forces her to sell the family home, her three children convince her to move into Summerset Resort, a retirement village for over-50’s. With a tennis court, swimming pool and cinema, the resort sounded perfect when she signed on the dotted line. But now, she’s not so sure ...

Damien Kensington is Summerset Resort’s most eligible bachelor, according to some of the other retirees nearby. It doesn’t sit well with him, given the past he’s not proud of, the past he tries to keep hidden - but good-naturedly, he takes the title in his stride. It’s not until he meets the new widow two streets away that he realises something has been missing from his life.

When Sandra’s children suggest she step out of her comfort zone and start living again, a road trip to North Queensland seems to be the perfect solution. But surely she can’t do that … at her age! Or with Summerset Resort’s most eligible bachelor! What would people say?! A pastor’s widow travelling with another man – imagine the scandal!

But the road trip may be just what Sandra and Damien need. Along with exploring beautiful parts of Australia, they discover a wonderful friendship, a deeper faith, and an abandoned house, which might just be the answer to Sandra’s prayers.

Enjoy this mature-age Christian romance set on the east coast of Australia.

From the Ruins is book 1 in The Winds of Change series.

Books by Kristen M. Fraser
The Whitecliffe Bay Series Shining Grace. Holding Hope. Enduring Love.
The Tallowood Valley Series Heart on the Land. Bridge to Return. Home in the Valley.
Hope Rising Series River's Edge. Valley's Reach. Ocean's Drift.
The Potter's House Books A Vow Redeemed. Heart Transformed. Dawn of Mercy. Beyond the Deep. More Than This.
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    September 16, 2020
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From the Publisher

The Winds of Change Series
Something beautiful
from something broken

From the Ruins

Embers of Hope

Remnants of the Heart

Glimmer of Grace

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08GYG3RJZ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (September 16, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 16, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1297 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 194 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 207 ratings

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Kristen M. Fraser

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Kristen M. Fraser is a Christian fiction author, residing in beautiful Queensland, Australia with her husband and four children. She drinks way too much coffee, has a far too messy house, and probably doesn’t get enough sleep. When she’s not being the family Uber driver, or making a gazillion school lunches, Kristen loves running, climbing mountains, spending time at the beach, and given a moment of solitude (ha!), curling up with a good book.

Although her books are works of fiction, Kristen believes everyone has a story to tell. As such, she takes inspiration for her writing from people’s everyday lives - their struggles and successes. It is her prayer that you will be encouraged and inspired by her words.

Keep in touch with Kristen by signing up to her newsletter - and you'll receive a free book as a thank you!

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Kristen loves hearing from her readers, and will always endeavour to reply. You can connect with Kristen here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kmfraserauthor

Website: www.kristenmfraser.com

Email: kristenmfraser@outlook.com

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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207 global ratings

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Barry
5.0 out of 5 stars God lead living
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
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I love the characters than being older as I am, and loved how God moved in their lives in many ways. Thanks for sharing a God living.
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Cy
5.0 out of 5 stars A Promise
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
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Sandra had left her old life behind and let her daughter talk her into a retirement village. She missed her husband dreadfully. She was choosing now where God would take her. What a wonderful story of love and redemption!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A new beginning is a beautiful thing
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
4.5*

This was a very enjoyable read. Sandra doesn’t know what her life should be after the death of her husband two and a half years ago. She only understood her role as wife and mother, and now she is at a crossroads. When she meets Damien, she realizes that maybe God has plans for her that she can’t even imagine. I loved watching Sandra blossom and believe God for something magnificent. I, also, appreciated what God has done in Damien’s life. I loved that they could have such an adventure at a time in their lives when many people would be afraid to take that step of faith. It’s a good reminder to us all that we should leave our comfort zones every so often.

It is hard when you go through difficult life changes to find your place. If we would just trust God and let Him work in our lives we would have peace.
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BobbieMcC
5.0 out of 5 stars A clean Christian romance with a wonderful HEA. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2021
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This clean romance between two older adults held my interest from beginning to end. It would be hard for me to pick a favorite character, because they each added to the story - even busy-body Margaret. In addition to enjoying this story I realized it's possible to have a fulfilled life after losing a spouse. God has abundant plans for our lives if we open our hearts and minds to follow where He leads.
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Barbara W
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story!
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2020
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I really got involved with this story. It was sad in places, but had a super good outcome. I hope this is a series, because the son needs to grow up and man up. (Sorry - had to vent!) I know most people don't believe in instant attraction, but I do. I hope you enjoy this lovely story as much as I did!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Second chance at Love
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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Kristen Fraser writes an excellent and compelling story. Having lived in British Commonwealth countries most of my twenties and thirties, a!most 5 years of that time in N. Z. I find myself thoroughly enjoying the Australian culture.. The entrancing stories Kristen writes are edifying, enjoyable and an absolute delight!
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Texas grandma
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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This story was wonderfully told. Could not put it down once I started it ! Loved how all the family was was realistically pulled into the story. Of course I loved the Christian romance!
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Carolyn Worley
3.0 out of 5 stars From the Ruins
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2021
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Kristen Fraser is a good writer but the 5th chapter was as though someone shuffled the pages and put it together. The pages did not follow each other and when I would turn a page I would be reading the same page again that I just finished. It was very frustrating.
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amie
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the storyline
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2020
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Really compelling story, the children's different personalities help to give different perspectives. I especially liked the road trip descriptions of coast and countryside which reminded me of my recent trip to Cornwall. Which is similar in that you have farmland butted up against beautiful coastal views.
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Kerralyn
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Australian story!
Reviewed in Australia on September 26, 2020
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I enjoy Kristen's stories and this one delivered. I love the descriptions of the road trip to North Queensland, making me wish I could visit there again. Kristen weaves spiritual encouragement through the story without being preachy. I love that her characters are believably human and struggle at times to trust the future to God. I have been inspired to be a little more spontaneous. Keep writing, I enjoy your Australian a Christian fiction.
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Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this!
Reviewed in Australia on April 6, 2021
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I really enjoyed reading From the Ruins. I loved that the storyline is 'real', not some far fetched story that isn't believable. The goodness of God shows through the storyline; that He has a plan for each one of us. I really do enjoy the gentle way Kristen weaves faith and God throughout each of her books.
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