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The Find: A Short Story
A startling discovery leads to a journey of self-discovery...and trouble for one boy growing up in rural Tennessee in 1909.One blazing hot summer, twelve-year-old Joel lands himself in a stinking pile of trouble with his pa. He has to dig himself out--he has to--because, when it comes to winning back his father's love, failure's simply not an option. After making an extraordinary discovery in the family cornfield--the find of a lifetime--Joel hopes to finally redeem himself in his father's eyes. But, as Joel's about to discover, matters of redemption are rarely straightforward. Neither is the journey from boy to young man.Come down home to the foothills of the Smoky Mountains and sink your soul into some rich red Tennessee clay. You never know what you might unearth...
28 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 16, 2014
28 people want to read
About the author
Lena Goldfinch
16 books173 followersLENA GOLDFINCH writes sweet historical Western romance, inspirational romance, and books for teens, books with a taste of "sigh-worthy romance." Lena has been a finalist in several national writing contests, including the RWA Golden Heart and ACFW Genesis contests.
Latest Releases:
CHRISTMAS CAKE KISSES
SWEET BRIAR ROSE
THE BRIDES SERIES:
* THE UNEXPECTED BRIDE
... "This old-fashioned mountain romance is an unexpected treat!"
* SLEIGH BELLS & MISTLETOE
* THE BARTERED BRIDE
* ONLY THE HEART KNOWS
"With unexpectedly fresh characters and twists, the imagination is kept on its toes, even while feeling entirely comfortable with the familiarity of the mail-order bride storyline... A great curl-up-on-a-cold-night read, so go grab a copy for yourself!" (USA TODAY on THE UNEXPECTED BRIDE)
"Danger, magic, romance, and royal intrigue, AIRE is a must read!" (NYT Bestselling Author JESSICA ANDERSEN)
"Looking for something fresh and new to read? Try Lena Goldfinch's AIRE." (USA TODAY)
"SONGSTONE sings with characters who come to life, a story full of magic, heart and adventure, and a world that lets you smell the sea air and feel the tropical sun on your back." (LISA GAIL GREEN, author of THE BINDING STONE)
"SONGSTONE is an original fantasy world inhabited by superstitious tribal nations and intriguingly developed characters." (USA TODAY)
"THE LANGUAGE OF SOULS is the perfect tiny romantic escape." (Tales of Whimsy)
Latest Releases:
CHRISTMAS CAKE KISSES
SWEET BRIAR ROSE
THE BRIDES SERIES:
* THE UNEXPECTED BRIDE
... "This old-fashioned mountain romance is an unexpected treat!"
* SLEIGH BELLS & MISTLETOE
* THE BARTERED BRIDE
* ONLY THE HEART KNOWS
"With unexpectedly fresh characters and twists, the imagination is kept on its toes, even while feeling entirely comfortable with the familiarity of the mail-order bride storyline... A great curl-up-on-a-cold-night read, so go grab a copy for yourself!" (USA TODAY on THE UNEXPECTED BRIDE)
"Danger, magic, romance, and royal intrigue, AIRE is a must read!" (NYT Bestselling Author JESSICA ANDERSEN)
"Looking for something fresh and new to read? Try Lena Goldfinch's AIRE." (USA TODAY)
"SONGSTONE sings with characters who come to life, a story full of magic, heart and adventure, and a world that lets you smell the sea air and feel the tropical sun on your back." (LISA GAIL GREEN, author of THE BINDING STONE)
"SONGSTONE is an original fantasy world inhabited by superstitious tribal nations and intriguingly developed characters." (USA TODAY)
"THE LANGUAGE OF SOULS is the perfect tiny romantic escape." (Tales of Whimsy)
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February 18, 2015
In the Find, Joel is a young man living on a farm. After a prank on his sister, his father punishes him for the summer by having him dig out manure. Eventually his father discovers a dinosaur buried in a field and enlists Joel and his brother's help in digging it out.
This is a coming of age story about Joel, his dealings with his father and brother, and his fears. Ultimately it is a short novella but an interesting one in showing how a young man deals with "the find of a lifetime" and ultimately the disappointment when things don't go as expected.
This is a book from one of my favorite authors (Lena Goldfinch) and well worth a quick read.
NOTE: I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
This is a coming of age story about Joel, his dealings with his father and brother, and his fears. Ultimately it is a short novella but an interesting one in showing how a young man deals with "the find of a lifetime" and ultimately the disappointment when things don't go as expected.
This is a book from one of my favorite authors (Lena Goldfinch) and well worth a quick read.
NOTE: I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review.
July 21, 2014
THE FIND takes place in the early 1900's. Joel is punished for a prank he played on his sister. His punishment is to shovel manure until he reaches the top of the corn silo. The time spent shoveling causes him to regret his actions. When his father makes an amazing discovery buried in their corn field Joel is beyond excited. The find could change their lives forever.
I really enjoyed THE FIND. I liked Joel's character. The reader gets to see him change from a childish prankster to a repentant young man willing to own up to his mistakes and take responsibility for his actions. A pleasant short story.
I really enjoyed THE FIND. I liked Joel's character. The reader gets to see him change from a childish prankster to a repentant young man willing to own up to his mistakes and take responsibility for his actions. A pleasant short story.
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