Leaning on Air

By: Cheryl Grey Bostrom

Narrated by: Cady Zuckerman

They last spoke as teens, but on a country road twelve years later, a surprise encounter reunites ornithologist Celia Burke with veterinary surgeon Burnaby Hayes, and they plunge into the most unusual romance of her life.

After a decade of marriage, Celia and Burnaby have found a unique and beautiful rhythm. Then, tragedy strikes while Celia hunts for the nest of a research hawk near the Snake River. Reeling with grief, she’s certain Burnaby won’t understand her anguish or forgive the choice that initiated it.

She flees to kindness at a remote farm in Washington’s Palouse region, where a wild prairie and an alluring neighbor convince her to begin anew. But when unexplained accidents, cryptic sketches, and a mute little boy make her doubt her decision, only a red-tailed hawk and the endangered lives of those she loves can compel her to examine her past—and reconsider her future.

©2024 Cheryl Grey Bostrom (P)2024 Dreamscape Media

A story of hope and compassion

I enjoyed her first book, Sugar Birds, very much and decided to read this one. I recommend reading Sugar Birds first because this one is basically its sequel. The characters are very interesting and the story has some unexpected twists and turns. The narration is good, except for the twin 5 year old boys, which I found ridiculous and distracting. All in all, I recommend Leaning on Air.

Emotionally beautiful

I picked this book because I liked another of the author's and was pleasantly surprised to find some same characters. She writes well about marriage, science, faith, and relationships in a lovely story. I hope there is a third about Agie as an adult.

Listening to a professional read the book was incredible!

The beauty in hearing this read by a professional was remarkable! I loved the story even more than when I read the book the first time. The themes and lyrical style made listening magical. I loved it a second time but even more!