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Heartwarming Historical Fiction Set at the Turn of the Century Sadie Sillsby works as the assistant to the matron at the Raystown Home for Orphan and Friendless Children and dreams of the day she'll marry her beau, Blaine. But when the matron surprises everyone by announcing her own engagement, Sadie is suddenly next in line for the job. For a young woman who was once an orphan herself, a shot at such an esteemed position is a wish come true. But the matron of the Home cannot be married. Is Sadie willing to give up her dreams of a life with Blaine and a family of her own? Is she prepared to forgo daily involvement with the children as she instead manages the financial, legal, and logistical aspects of the orphanage? And when it's revealed that the Home is spending a lot more money than it's taking in, can Sadie turn things around before the place is forced to close forever?.
About the Author
Anne Mateer has loved reading and writing stories since childhood. In 2000, she began studying the craft of fiction and working toward publication. Ten years later, she received her first book contract. Anne is now the author of 4 historical novels, 1 historical novella, and a few contemporary short stories. Anne a three time Genesis contest finalist and a Carol Award finalist for At Every Turn.
Anne and her husband, Jeff, have been married 30 years and love to travel to visit their grown children and to tour historical sites. They are currently living an empty nest adventure in Austin, TX.
