There are no new budding romances, and even these two married couples don't so much as share a kiss on the lips, only extremely chaste pecks on the cheek or forehead. The story is primarily a continuation of Clark and Marty's relationship as they face more trials and joys with a side helping of Willie and Missie. Love's Abiding Joy is another lovely addition to the Love Comes Softly series, but unlike the first three books in the series, this one is pretty much pure inspirational, historical fiction.

With no known doctor anywhere nearby, Marty and her family pray for a miracle, but the real miracle may come about in all the lives that are unexpectedly changed for the better as a result of the accident. When additional help from the ranch arrives, they are able to get Clark out, but his leg has been crushed beyond repair. Clark doesn't hesitate to go to their aid, but in the process of getting one of the boys out, there is another cave-in. Upon getting the youth to calm down, he discovers that the boy's friend and brother were both caught in the collapse of an old abandoned mine shaft, which they were exploring. One day, while out for a ride with his grandson, Clark is approached by a hysterical boy. Clark and Marty enjoy getting reacquainted with their kids, meeting all their new friends, and seeing the prosperous ranch they've built.

The journey is long and arduous, but the joyful reunion at the end makes the trip more than worth it. Clark and Marty are ecstatic that they'll finally get to visit and meet their grandchildren. Now that the LaHayes have been living in the West for several years, the rail line has finally been expanded to run through a town not far from their ranch.

Evernight Teen Summer Kick-off Blog HopĬlark and Marty Davis have missed their daughter, Missie, and her husband, Willie, terribly.

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