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Authors: Kathryn Springer
Dear Reader,
I hope you enjoyed your first visit to Mirror Lake—a small town with a big heart.
As Quinn discovered, experiences from the past can color our perspective…and make it difficult to trust God with the future. It took Abby, who had taken that step of faith, to show him that sometimes you
can
go home again!
Watch for the second book in the Mirror Lake series, where you’ll have an opportunity to say hello to old friends and meet a few new ones!
I love to hear from my readers. Stop by my Web site and say hello at www.kathrynspringer.com or write to me at Steeple Hill Love Inspired, 233 Broadway Suite 1001, New York, NY 10279.
Blessings,
- What was Quinn’s perception of Mirror Lake, the town where he’d grown up? What obstacles did he have to overcome when he returned?
- What was Abby’s view of the town? How did it differ from Quinn’s? Why?
- Quinn made assumptions about Abby before they met. What were they? Were they accurate? What made him change his mind about her?
- Why didn’t Abby want to tell the people in Mirror Lake who she was? Why was it so important that she be accepted?
- In what way did Quinn’s and Abby’s childhood experiences impact them as adults?
- Sergeant West quoted the old adage, “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” when he was talking to Abby. What do you think that means? Do you agree or disagree? Why?
- Quinn had drifted away from God. He wasn’t sure God would give him a second chance because of who he was and where he came from. What encouragement would you give someone who felt that way?
- How did Abby’s faith give her the courage to let go of her
doubts and fears? Discuss a time when you let go of your fears and held on to God. - What was the turning point in Abby and Quinn’s relationship?
- What did Abby do to relieve stress? What are some hobbies or activities that help you relax?
- Alex thought he was doing what was best for Abby when he hired Quinn. What was the underlying reason for his decision? Did that make it all right? Why or why not?
- Daniel Redstone pointed out some things to Quinn about how the people in Mirror Lake regarded him. Were they different from the way Quinn viewed himself? What impact did this have on him?
- Have you ever had an opportunity to start over? What were the circumstances?
- Sometimes forgiveness plays an important role in starting over. How would that be true for Abby and Quinn’s relationship?
- What was your favorite scene in the book? Why?
ISBN: 978-1-4268-5056-1
A PLACE TO CALL HOME
Copyright © 2010 by Kathryn Springer
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