At the crossroads of uncertainty and faith, a heartwarming tale of friendship, love, and the power of community.Victoria seeks solace in a rustic cabin at the Monastery of St. Carmella, where she encounters fellow guests facing their own life challenges. But as the Sisters grapple with the potential loss of their beloved homeland due to dwindling numbers, Victoria and the other guests find hope and friendship in the midst of uncertainty.This contemporary inspirational fiction, the first in the Poustinia series, weaves together themes of generosity, love, and the power of community in the face of change.Poustinia is a touching story of finding hope and connection in unexpected places.___________________________________★★★★★ Unexpected & delightful★★★★★ The story is uplifting and truly wonderful.★★★★★ One to savour and enjoy…★★★★★ …a feel good story★★★★★ …a wonderful book from beginning to end.

Friendship, faith, and a surprising discovery await at the Monastery of St. Carmella.Vicki and the Sisters of St. Carmella unveil their newly renovated monastery, complete with a B&B, gift shop, and restaurant.As Vicki navigates unexpected changes, including the departure of dear friend Charlie and Sister Tony's new assignment, she and Sister Cathy embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of a mansion bequeathed to the nuns.Their quest leads to an astonishing discovery that has remained hidden for nearly a century. This heartwarming contemporary fiction, with elements of inspiration, history, and romance, explores the power of friendship, transformation, and love. ____________________________________________★★★★★ …intriguing and very hard to put down.★★★★★ I did not want to put it down. I feel as though I know each character personally★★★★★ The first book made me cry at times and this second made me smile.★★★★★ Peaceful and enjoyable book -- A good book to take to the beach!

At the crossroads of uncertainty and faith, a heartwarming tale of friendship, love, and the power of community.Victoria seeks solace in a rustic cabin at the Monastery of St. Carmella, where she encounters fellow guests facing their own life challenges. But as the Sisters grapple with the potential loss of their beloved homeland due to dwindling numbers, Victoria and the other guests find hope and friendship in the midst of uncertainty.This contemporary inspirational fiction, the first in the Poustinia series, weaves together themes of generosity, love, and the power of community in the face of change.Poustinia is a touching story of finding hope and connection in unexpected places.___________________________________★★★★★ Unexpected & delightful★★★★★ The story is uplifting and truly wonderful.★★★★★ One to savour and enjoy…★★★★★ …a feel good story★★★★★ …a wonderful book from beginning to end.

Friendship, faith, and a surprising discovery await at the Monastery of St. Carmella.Vicki and the Sisters of St. Carmella unveil their newly renovated monastery, complete with a B&B, gift shop, and restaurant.As Vicki navigates unexpected changes, including the departure of dear friend Charlie and Sister Tony's new assignment, she and Sister Cathy embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of a mansion bequeathed to the nuns.Their quest leads to an astonishing discovery that has remained hidden for nearly a century. This heartwarming contemporary fiction, with elements of inspiration, history, and romance, explores the power of friendship, transformation, and love. ____________________________________________★★★★★ …intriguing and very hard to put down.★★★★★ I did not want to put it down. I feel as though I know each character personally★★★★★ The first book made me cry at times and this second made me smile.★★★★★ Peaceful and enjoyable book -- A good book to take to the beach!