Waiting for Summer's Return

By: Kim Vogel Sawyer

Narrated by: Barbara Caruso

Suddenly all alone in 1894 Kansas, Summer Steadman can't find the employment she needs to settle near the fresh graves of her husband and four children. Bitter against the Lord and refusing to eat, she collapses in despair. Remembering his own painful loss, godly widower Peter Ollenbuger offers her food and shelter for tutoring his 10-year-old son.

Kim Vogel Sawyer has penned an inspiring debut novel whose unforgettable characters resonate with emotional intensity and compelling authenticity.

©2006 Kim Vogel Sawyer (P)2006 Recorded Books LLC

Critic reviews

"Fans of historical prairie stories will feel at home with Sawyer's warm and tender voice." (Romantic Times)
"This outstanding inspirational story reveals true faith and love that transcend grief and prejudice." (Historical Novels Review)

The narrator deserves 10 stars!

heart warming story. I could listen to the voice and accent of this narrator endlessly!! Very gifted. Barbara brought the story to life.

Loved this book!

This was a fantastic book. I couldn't put it down until I heard the entire story. Yes, I did sleep, but it wasn't by choice LOL. Looking forward to another one!

Love everything about this book!

Would you listen to Waiting for Summer's Return again? Why?

Yes. It was a very pleasant and entertaining listen. Although I am not familiar with Mennonite dialect, the narrator was likeable and quite enjoyable to listen to - good voice inflection and timing with her words.

Have you listened to any of Barbara Caruso’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I listened to Barbara Caruso narrate Anne of Green Gables. Loved her there, also!

Any additional comments?

This storyline was very easy to follow. Since I was listening while at work, this is exactly what I wanted. Barbara really

I loved it!

Kim Vogel Sawyer is one of my favorite authors. She always has characters that deal with real issues and grow through them. This book did not disappoint! And the performance was great too. At first the accent seemed awkward to listen to, but as I got into the story I wouldn’t have it any other way!

This book has it all!

I thoroughly enjoyed this story and the narrator did a wonderful job. I’m a widow and also lost a son so I relate to the emotions of Summer, Peter and Nadine. Looking forward to the next in
this series. 5+ stars!