In the Shadow of the Cedar Series by Sheila Hollinghead

Secrets Revealed; Hope FoundOn her family's farm in the Deep South, fourteen-year-old Sarah Jane clashes with her mother. At every turn, Momma crushes her daughter's dreams. Worst of all, Michael Hutchinson's warm brown eyes witness her humiliation. Sarah Jane must find a way to survive the abuse, for her young brother's sake as well as her own... moreSecrets Revealed; Hope FoundOn her family's farm in the Deep South, fourteen-year-old Sarah Jane clashes with her mother. At every turn, Momma crushes her daughter's dreams. Worst of all, Michael Hutchinson's warm brown eyes witness her humiliation. Sarah Jane must find a way to survive the abuse, for her young brother's sake as well as her own. When Michael offers her hope, will she have the strength to stand against Momma's unreasonable demands? If Sarah Jane will only learn to lean, refuge is waiting... in the shadow of the cedar.A RONE Finalist less

Fourteen-year-old Sarah Jane clashes with her mother on her family's small farm in the Deep South.At every turn, Sarah Jane's dreams are crushed. Worst of all, Michael Hutchinson's warm brown eyes witness her humiliation.When her mother's erratic behavior worsens, Sarah Jane must find a way to survive, for her young brother's sake as well as her own. When Michael offers her hope, will she have the strength to stand against Momma's unreasonable demands?Sarah Jane will find refuge .. moreFourteen-year-old Sarah Jane clashes with her mother on her family's small farm in the Deep South.At every turn, Sarah Jane's dreams are crushed. Worst of all, Michael Hutchinson's warm brown eyes witness her humiliation.When her mother's erratic behavior worsens, Sarah Jane must find a way to survive, for her young brother's sake as well as her own. When Michael offers her hope, will she have the strength to stand against Momma's unreasonable demands?Sarah Jane will find refuge ... in the shadow of the cedar. less

Sarah Jane, a teen now living with her aunt and uncle, clashes with her new teacher as well as the popular girl who threatens her happiness. Troubles increase when Dan, now a dashing soldier, returns to confuse and mystify Sarah Jane. With Poppa gone, who will Sarah Jane turn to for answers? When all around is clothed in thunder, only one refuge remains...In the Shadow of the Cedar.

Michael and Sarah Jane Hutchinson had a blissful life planned--to move back home, to the farm that holds precious memories and the promise of new life. The bombing of Pearl Harbor shatters their dreams. Michael's former girlfriend, Sylvia, threatens to plunge Sarah Jane into misery... moreMichael and Sarah Jane Hutchinson had a blissful life planned--to move back home, to the farm that holds precious memories and the promise of new life. The bombing of Pearl Harbor shatters their dreams. Michael's former girlfriend, Sylvia, threatens to plunge Sarah Jane into misery. Will her insidious assaults destroy all Sarah Jane holds dear? Or will Sarah Jane find the grit she needs to withstand, not only the turmoil of war, but also the threat to her family's security? As always, she must seek... in the shadow of the cedar. less

Sarah Jane Hutchinson dreams of her husband's return from World War II. His return is nothing like her dreams. A series of accidents and illnesses have left her weary and stressed. Michael Hutchinson returns in time to see the latest accident that leaves their son scarred for life. He blames Laurie, Sarah Jane's cousin, for the mishap. Furthermore, Michael does not return alone. A vicious military dog is with him, threatening the safety of Sarah Jane and their three-year-old son... moreSarah Jane Hutchinson dreams of her husband's return from World War II. His return is nothing like her dreams. A series of accidents and illnesses have left her weary and stressed. Michael Hutchinson returns in time to see the latest accident that leaves their son scarred for life. He blames Laurie, Sarah Jane's cousin, for the mishap. Furthermore, Michael does not return alone. A vicious military dog is with him, threatening the safety of Sarah Jane and their three-year-old son. And Marla Drake, Sarah Jane's best friend, hides secrets that not only threaten her own marriage to Dan but also cause accusations and heartache for Sarah Jane and Michael. Does everyone lie? Is there no one to be trusted? As the thunder slowly fades, Sarah Jane discovers the truth where it has always been ... in the shadow of the cedar. less