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Bethany House Publishers (2019), 384 pages
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After Aggie Dunkirk's career is unceremoniously ended by her own mistakes, she finds herself traveling to Wisconsin, where her grandmother, Mumsie, lives alone in her rambling old home. She didn't plan for how eccentric Mumsie has become, obsessing over an old, unsolved crime scene--even going so far as to re-create it in the dollhouse. Mystery seems to follow her when she finds work as a secretary helping to restore the flooded historical part of the cemetery. Forced to work with the cemetery's puzzling, yet attractive archeologist, she exhumes the past's secrets and unwittingly uncovers a crime that some will go to any length to keep quiet--even if it means silencing Aggie. In 1946, Imogene Flannigan works in a local factory and has eyes on owning her own beauty salon. But coming home to discover her younger sister's body in the attic changes everything. Unfamiliar with the newly burgeoning world of criminal forensics and not particularly welcomed as a woman, Imogene is nonetheless determined to stay involved. As her sister's case grows cold, Imogene vows to find justice . . . even if it costs her everything.… (more)
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LibraryThing member alekee
A book that flashes between the present day and WWII time, between present losses and past loss of a loved one.
The book begins with the return of a Granddaughter and the lie of a Grandmother that she had broken her hip, but Aggie needed to come here, and there needed to be answers to the long-ago
As the author presented the characters, I kept changing my mind as to who would have done the evil deed, but have to say I was very surprised when the answers finally came.
A little morbid, with the doll house, and then skeletons and bone fragments appearing, but then they all have a hint to what happened.
In the end, I was glad that Aggie came and stayed with Mumsie, and I loved the character Collin!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bethany, and was not required to give a positive review.
The book begins with the return of a Granddaughter and the lie of a Grandmother that she had broken her hip, but Aggie needed to come here, and there needed to be answers to the long-ago
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murder of a family member.As the author presented the characters, I kept changing my mind as to who would have done the evil deed, but have to say I was very surprised when the answers finally came.
A little morbid, with the doll house, and then skeletons and bone fragments appearing, but then they all have a hint to what happened.
In the end, I was glad that Aggie came and stayed with Mumsie, and I loved the character Collin!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Bethany, and was not required to give a positive review.
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LibraryThing member Becky_L
My mother told me that when the boys came home from the war, people thought the world would go back to the way it was before. But it didn’t. The war lived on in souls for years after, and people were just never really the same again.”
This quote by Jaime Jo Wright in Echoes Among the Stones so
Jaime Jo Wright has penned yet another mystery novel with spooky, ominous undertones that beckon the tentative reader in. Echoes Among the Stones is a time-slip novel, marrying two distinctly different and at first seemingly unrelated plots, no pun originally intended. In the present day, Aggie loses her real estate job and returns to her selfish, demanding grandmother’s home, while working a cemetery job. Collin, the archaeologist who works with Aggie, frustrates her, intrigues her, and challenges her by turns.
There was enough eerie mystery, romance, and humor (“You have all the sense of an addlepated muskrat, ”) plus faith scattered throughout the book that this book is a big winner for me. Also, I loved the way the solution took me by surprise. Look for this book among my favorites in 2019.
Quotes:
"Sometimes...you must step outside of your own strength and realize there’s a greater Strength waiting to hold you.”
"All I can say right now is that we sell God short when we look at the pain. Instead, we should focus on what He’s provided us to help us heal.”
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House through NetGalley. This in no way affected my opinions, which are solely my own.
This quote by Jaime Jo Wright in Echoes Among the Stones so
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aptly captures the mood of Mill Creek, Wisconsin in July of 1946. Wright recreates the ominous heaviness that the war brings to America's hearts. Some people, like the young men who survive, come home brooding or unable to find their way out of the horror now relegated to memory. Others are affected by the loss of family members or the great personality change in a family member who returns. Still others like Imogene and Hazel are also affected second-hand by the war brought to America.Jaime Jo Wright has penned yet another mystery novel with spooky, ominous undertones that beckon the tentative reader in. Echoes Among the Stones is a time-slip novel, marrying two distinctly different and at first seemingly unrelated plots, no pun originally intended. In the present day, Aggie loses her real estate job and returns to her selfish, demanding grandmother’s home, while working a cemetery job. Collin, the archaeologist who works with Aggie, frustrates her, intrigues her, and challenges her by turns.
There was enough eerie mystery, romance, and humor (“You have all the sense of an addlepated muskrat, ”) plus faith scattered throughout the book that this book is a big winner for me. Also, I loved the way the solution took me by surprise. Look for this book among my favorites in 2019.
Quotes:
"Sometimes...you must step outside of your own strength and realize there’s a greater Strength waiting to hold you.”
"All I can say right now is that we sell God short when we look at the pain. Instead, we should focus on what He’s provided us to help us heal.”
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House through NetGalley. This in no way affected my opinions, which are solely my own.
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LibraryThing member SBMC
“Grief isn’t wrong, but it can paralyze. It can thwart a life. A person can choose to let time stand still, and while they hold the pieces of the past, the hope of their future passes them by.”
Another thought-provoking and incredibly well-written split-time novel by Jaime Jo Wright! This book
I received a copy of the book from Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
Another thought-provoking and incredibly well-written split-time novel by Jaime Jo Wright! This book
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really delves into the process of grieving and the consequences of unresolved and unprocessed grief. It’s emotional, raw, and quite relatable. The characters Imogene from 1946 and Aggie from the present time are quite similar and unforgettable. I really liked Collin from the present day and enjoyed his quirks as an archeologist. I wish I had gotten to know Ollie from 1946 a bit better through Imogene’s eyes. If you’ve read the author’s previous book The Curse of Misty Wayfair, this book is not as eerie though it still has an unsolved murder as the basis of the plot and the way the author unravels the murder mystery is a masterpiece in itself. If you enjoy split-time novels that unearth resolution to cold cases, you will absolutely love this book. I received a copy of the book from Bethany House Publishers and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own.
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LibraryThing member fcplcataloger
"And then I read her book, now I'm a believer!" were my thoughts after I read Jaime Jo Wright's first book. The House on Foster Hill reminded me why I so love mysteries and the dual timelines were just icing on the cake. Since then, Wright has consistently amazed me with her writing and with her
The two stories in Echoes Among the Stones center around Imogene Grayson in 1946 and her granddaughter Aggie Dunkirk in present time and their individual journeys to deal with the griefs that have consumed them all of their lives. Aggie's return to her grandmother's home in Wisconsin shines light on a mystery that has plagued Mumsie for over seventy years and now threatens Aggie's life. Along with this mystery there is sweet romance for Aggie with an archaeologist but it is the faith message you will find yourself remembering. Wright shows the certainty of grace and redemption with her depiction of Mumsie's deep, unwavering belief and Aggie's questioning faith. She also makes some notable observations about grief and healing that are certainly worth remembering!
"There was never a good time for Death to visit. There was never a time when Grief would leave."
"You go ahead and let the grief consume you, because then it will heal you, free you, and the good Lord can move into its place and show you promise." ....."And the footprints of those who’ve gone before you? They’ll still be there. Memories to warm you when you’re old."
Echoes Among the Stones is outstanding Christian suspense and I wish that I could give it more than five stars!
I received a copy of this book from the author and Bethany House Publishers. These are my own thoughts and opinions.
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fourth book she has proven herself "Queen of Dual Timeline Mysteries". I do believe, however, that Echoes Among the Stones may be her best book yet because it explores a subject that all of us have known or will know eventually. Sooner or later, each of us will experience grief and this book shows the different layers of grief, how it affects people in different ways as they deal with the pain and loss, and finally, how healing can occur.The two stories in Echoes Among the Stones center around Imogene Grayson in 1946 and her granddaughter Aggie Dunkirk in present time and their individual journeys to deal with the griefs that have consumed them all of their lives. Aggie's return to her grandmother's home in Wisconsin shines light on a mystery that has plagued Mumsie for over seventy years and now threatens Aggie's life. Along with this mystery there is sweet romance for Aggie with an archaeologist but it is the faith message you will find yourself remembering. Wright shows the certainty of grace and redemption with her depiction of Mumsie's deep, unwavering belief and Aggie's questioning faith. She also makes some notable observations about grief and healing that are certainly worth remembering!
"There was never a good time for Death to visit. There was never a time when Grief would leave."
"You go ahead and let the grief consume you, because then it will heal you, free you, and the good Lord can move into its place and show you promise." ....."And the footprints of those who’ve gone before you? They’ll still be there. Memories to warm you when you’re old."
Echoes Among the Stones is outstanding Christian suspense and I wish that I could give it more than five stars!
I received a copy of this book from the author and Bethany House Publishers. These are my own thoughts and opinions.
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LibraryThing member Virginia51
Each time I read a book by this author I wonder how it can beat the last book. This one definitely is even better. I did not want to put this book down because I needed to find out the mystery that took place in the past and the present. This author made me love stories that go back and forth from
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the past and the present. This builds up the suspense. I loved the characters. I also loved reading about the use of miniatures to look at a crime scene. I look forward to what this author will write next. I received a copy of this book from the author for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. Show Less
LibraryThing member JillRey
“Yes. Their voices will always echo, here, among the stones, and in our hearts. It is how it was mean to be.” – p. 374
Echoes Among the Stones follows present day Aggie who has recently lost her career in real estate as she returns “home” to her grandmother’s old house after many years
Author Jaime Jo Wright has a way with old houses and twisted timelines. Her newest book is no exception. Having previously read The House on Foster Hill, this most recent penning is similarly enchanting. The characters within, both past and present, are so broken and struggling to overcome loss and heartbreak that they quickly ensnare the reader in their “new beginnings.” The cemetery background aids in adding an additional layer of mystery as Aggie uncovers both forgotten graves and the town’s history. Be sure to pick up a copy of this newest book as Wright is an author NOT TO BE MISSED!
*Disclaimer: A review copy was provided by the publisher. All opinions are my own.
Echoes Among the Stones follows present day Aggie who has recently lost her career in real estate as she returns “home” to her grandmother’s old house after many years
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apart. Aggie settles in with a job mapping a recently flooded cemetery in town and quickly begins receiving threats to halt her work. This story simultaneously follows Imogene during post-WWII as she battles the mysterious loss of her sister. As these stories converge, readers become entangled in sadness, loss and intrigue.Author Jaime Jo Wright has a way with old houses and twisted timelines. Her newest book is no exception. Having previously read The House on Foster Hill, this most recent penning is similarly enchanting. The characters within, both past and present, are so broken and struggling to overcome loss and heartbreak that they quickly ensnare the reader in their “new beginnings.” The cemetery background aids in adding an additional layer of mystery as Aggie uncovers both forgotten graves and the town’s history. Be sure to pick up a copy of this newest book as Wright is an author NOT TO BE MISSED!
*Disclaimer: A review copy was provided by the publisher. All opinions are my own.
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LibraryThing member vintagebeckie
Let me first say that Echoes among The Stones is a riveting mystery! This is the fourth book by Wright — I have read them all — and it is evident that she has been perfecting her writing craft. The result is a dual timeline book that keeps the reader guessing and wanting more with each
While Echoes among The Stones is a fascinating and atmospheric mystery, the theme of grief was what spoke to my heart. I finished this book just 2 days before the anniversary of my first child’s loss. Tyler was stillborn, leaving my husband and I with unfulfilled hopes and dreams. While I have not spent the last 31 years stuck in that grief, the book was a good reminder that God shares our pain, hides blessings in the hurts, and does not leave us without hope. The message was subtly woven throughout the book. Wright handles loss and its accompanying grief with a sensitive hand. No platitudes, just a deep sense of understanding and empathy.
So if you are looking for a good mystery to curl up with, you should choose Echoes among The Stones. I promise it will deliver that and much more. You will get a story to ponder long after the last page is turned.
Highly Recommended.
Audience: adults.
(I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Bethany House. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
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successive page. The book is set in small town Mill Creek, Wisconsin today and 1946. Wright’s depiction of a time in America following WWII is not all rose-colored nostalgia. There were definite challenges for the men returning from the fight and their families. Two women are at the center of the mystery past and present — Aggie and Imogene. Each are stuck in their grief. so mired that they cannot get on with the future. I felt a kinship with these two women as they navigated lives filled with sorrow. I also liked the secondary characters with their quirks and charms. As the book progressed, the mystery deepened causing me to suspect just about everyone. I loved the twists, turns, and surprises Wright threw along the path.While Echoes among The Stones is a fascinating and atmospheric mystery, the theme of grief was what spoke to my heart. I finished this book just 2 days before the anniversary of my first child’s loss. Tyler was stillborn, leaving my husband and I with unfulfilled hopes and dreams. While I have not spent the last 31 years stuck in that grief, the book was a good reminder that God shares our pain, hides blessings in the hurts, and does not leave us without hope. The message was subtly woven throughout the book. Wright handles loss and its accompanying grief with a sensitive hand. No platitudes, just a deep sense of understanding and empathy.
So if you are looking for a good mystery to curl up with, you should choose Echoes among The Stones. I promise it will deliver that and much more. You will get a story to ponder long after the last page is turned.
Highly Recommended.
Audience: adults.
(I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Bethany House. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
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LibraryThing member lamb521
Title: Echoes Among the Stones
Author: Jaime Jo Wright
Pages: e-book
Year: 2019
Publisher: Bethany Publishers
My rating is 5 out of 5 stars.
Aggie has just lost her job and been called to the bedside of her grandmother, Imogene or Mumsie as Aggie calls her, who has broken her hip. Upon arrival at her
Imogene Grayson lives on a farm with her sister and her parents. Her two older brothers have returned from fighting in WWII and are living on their own. Imogene arrives home one afternoon to make an awful discovery. Her sister, Hazel, has been murdered and Imogene is the first to find her body. Imogene is consumed with grief over the death of her beloved sister. When the local police make no arrests, Imogene decides to take a job at the local factory where Hazel worked in the hopes of gaining some information about her sister, who her coworkers were, anyone she interacted with there. Imogene vows justice for her sister.
The story has a mystery that begins in 1946. The chapters alternate between the present day and the past as the author deftly weaves the past and present together to form a cohesive, intriguing plot. Mumsie has been waiting seventy years for justice for her sister, and she finally has answers as the story concludes. Her sister’s death and the ongoing crusade to find her killer has shaped Mumsie’s whole life. Mumsie and Aggie are both dealing with grief of a loved one lost. These two characters are very similar in personality, although Aggie would be loath to admit it! I could see their interactions playing out in my mind as I read the story, enjoying the humorous quips. Jaime has become one of my favorite authors. I can hardly wait to see what riveting tale she will release next!
Note: The opinions shared in this review are solely my responsibility.
Author: Jaime Jo Wright
Pages: e-book
Year: 2019
Publisher: Bethany Publishers
My rating is 5 out of 5 stars.
Aggie has just lost her job and been called to the bedside of her grandmother, Imogene or Mumsie as Aggie calls her, who has broken her hip. Upon arrival at her
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grandmother’s house, she discovers her grandmother lied to her and is in good health for someone in her 90s. Aggie has also accepted a job as an administrative assistant at a nearby cemetery. Her grandmother has found a skeleton in her backyard. Then, other events begin to happen that cause Aggie to begin asking questions about her aunt’s death in 1946.Imogene Grayson lives on a farm with her sister and her parents. Her two older brothers have returned from fighting in WWII and are living on their own. Imogene arrives home one afternoon to make an awful discovery. Her sister, Hazel, has been murdered and Imogene is the first to find her body. Imogene is consumed with grief over the death of her beloved sister. When the local police make no arrests, Imogene decides to take a job at the local factory where Hazel worked in the hopes of gaining some information about her sister, who her coworkers were, anyone she interacted with there. Imogene vows justice for her sister.
The story has a mystery that begins in 1946. The chapters alternate between the present day and the past as the author deftly weaves the past and present together to form a cohesive, intriguing plot. Mumsie has been waiting seventy years for justice for her sister, and she finally has answers as the story concludes. Her sister’s death and the ongoing crusade to find her killer has shaped Mumsie’s whole life. Mumsie and Aggie are both dealing with grief of a loved one lost. These two characters are very similar in personality, although Aggie would be loath to admit it! I could see their interactions playing out in my mind as I read the story, enjoying the humorous quips. Jaime has become one of my favorite authors. I can hardly wait to see what riveting tale she will release next!
Note: The opinions shared in this review are solely my responsibility.
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LibraryThing member khoyt
Jaime Jo Wright continues to write mysteries that keep one turning the pages to find out what will happen next. Like Ellery Queen of years ago, she lays out the clues and keeps the reader guessing the villain until the end. "Echoes Among the Stones" is a tragic story not only because of the death
I am looking forward to the June release of her newest book.
If there was one thing I would change in this novel it would be the name of the protagonist "Aggie". I continuously tried to pronounce it"Angie".
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of a beautiful young woman but also because of what happened to many of the men who returned home from WWII as broken shells from their experiences. I am looking forward to the June release of her newest book.
If there was one thing I would change in this novel it would be the name of the protagonist "Aggie". I continuously tried to pronounce it"Angie".
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LibraryThing member Melissa_O
Jaime Jo Wright has mastered the art of dual timeline mysteries and Echoes Among the Stones is no exception. Personally, I have never been one to choose to read historical fiction because I prefer to read more contemporary fiction. However, I really enjoy reading stories like this one that connect
I was given a copy of this novel by the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
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the past to the present. Imogene and Aggie, the main characters of past and present, are such strong female characters. Imogene had discovered her sisters body in the attic of her family home in 1946 and Imogene was determined to figure out who was responsible for her sisters death. Aggie now works in the cemetery where Imogene's sister is buried and some mysterious events take place as if someone does not want Aggie to discover the truth about what happened to Imogene's sister. Readers will keep turning the pages to discover the answers to the mystery surrounding the death of Hazel and be quite surprised at the end. In addition to writing fabulous page-turning suspense, the author deals with themes of grief, forgiveness, reconciliation, and includes just the right amount of romance.I was given a copy of this novel by the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
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384 p.; 5.5 inches
Pages
384
ISBN
0764233882 / 9780764233883