Synopsis:

When Annie Jacobson’s brother Mike enlists as a medic in the Army in 1967, he hands her a piece of paper with the address of their long-estranged father. If anything should happen to him in Vietnam, Mike says, Annie must let their father know.

In Mike’s absence, their father returns to face tragedy at home, adding an extra measure of complication to an already tense time. As they work toward healing and pray fervently for Mike’s safety overseas, letter by letter the Jacobsons must find a way to pull together as a family, regardless of past hurts. In the tumult of this time, Annie and her family grapple with the tension of holding both hope and grief in the same hand, even as they learn to turn to the One who binds the wounds of the brokenhearted.

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What To Expect:

All Manner of Things is a Christian historical fiction novel set during the time of the Vietnam War. Beautifully written characters will draw the reader in, making you feel connected to the family. Raw emotions, love, and hope fill each page.

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Content Warnings:

Language: None

Sexual Content: None – Chaste kiss

Violence: None

Substance Use: Mild – Cigarette smoking

Prejudices: Racial prejudice characteristic of the late 60s. Detroit race riots are mentioned.

Religious Themes: This is a Christian fiction. Mention of prayer, attending church, and some Bible verses. This is not done heavy-handed and works well into the story.

Other Topics: Death of loved ones. Dementia. Divorce/abandonment. Family relationships.

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