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Land of Dreams

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Land of Dreams

By: Kiersti Giron, Lauraine Snelling
Narrated by: Libby McKnight
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From Norway to America, they must strive for resilience amid unpromising new beginnings.

On the ship to America, Norwegian immigrant Amalia Gunderson makes a solemn promise to a dying mother, vowing to watch over her five-year-old daughter, Ruth. Together, Amalia and Ruth trek to Iowa to claim the farm and former boardinghouse that Ruth has inherited, despite opposition from a difficult cousin. Struggling with an empty house and scarce resources, Amalia resolves to return the boardinghouse to its former purpose, aided by the kindness of strangers and the resilient spirit of her young charge.

As Amalia and Ruth fight for their new home, a trail of orphans shows up on their doorstep, and Amalia makes a promising friend in Absalom Karlsson, the magistrate's son. With each challenge they face, Amalia and Ruth find hope in believing that faith and determination can overcome even the most daunting of trials.

©2025 Lauraine Snelling (P)2025 Recorded Books Christian Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Resilience

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"Readers will find it easy to root for Amalia as her faith drives her forward, while a host of lovable side characters, including local orphan Hank, add energy and color to the proceedings. Fans of Janette Oke and Tracie Peterson should take note."—Publishers Weekly
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Absolutely nothing , this was a warm and welcoming experience to how ones love and faith can do wonders for others and bring faith to all .

This whole story was beautiful and loving . I am looking forward to seeing what comes next.

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Such a blessing! Sweet story, love it! Interesting characters, great narration. Somewhat predictable, but in a good way! Loved rooting for the heroine.

Loved this wholesome story!

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The reader not your best you have used better in the past I don’t remember her name

Wonderful story

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I loved the way the story unfolded. the way each character came to life and the interaction between each character

the building of the characters

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I love Lauraine Snelling's books about Norwegian immigrants coming to America! They are so heartwarming and loving. I hope there will be a sequel to this one. The narrator did a beautiful job with putting the Norwegian accent where necessary. I loved the book!

Very good!

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I some times as always wish it will speed up and the marriage will happen quicker and they then live more within the story

I love how she stands up for what she believes in no matter whatever else any one thinks about it.

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It took a long while for me to get used to the cadence of the narrator's reading, but she did well with the different characters' voices. I really enjoyed the story.

Another Heartwarming Story from One of My Favorite Authors.

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I've listened through twice. Want to learn more about these folks! A young woman in the midst of her own grief, becomes the guardian of a newly orphaned child.This heartwarming story contains hardships and faithful commitment that flourishes into beautiful friendships and family.

A heart warming epic of a young caring immigrant

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