Driving Backwards: A novel about finding life after a tragedy - Paperback

by Carol A. Peterson (Author)

An Inspirational Story of Hope and Healing

Janine had hidden herself away after her life, like a rug, had been suddenly ripped out from under her. One day she felt a nudge to start again, to rebuild the life she lost. But first she needed to face some truths. In her camper van with her feisty dog Peaches, she heads back to where it all began, Dungeness Spit, WA. Along the way Janine meets Millie and George, Phyliss and Harley who pour love, hope and healing into her inner most being. You will get to know others who were impacted by this tragedy and how they found reasons to go on with their own lives. Their stories give Janine the courage to continue on, even when she desperately wants to give up.

Join Janine, as she finds hope and healing on the road to Dungeness Spit.. Meet Janine's brother Danny, an Anglican priest, who offers wise spiritual insights. Read how love enters his life and find out what happens to Janine's husband Ken, who she left behind with divorce papers.

Driving Backwards is a story of promise and possibilities as Janine walks through the dark valley of loss to live again. Written in a conversational tone, there are captivating side stories, moments of joy and triumph that move the story along at a readable pace. Relax into your favorite reading place as you get to know some genuinely nice people and one cranky couple. Oh and let's not forget Peaches, her little dog that is bilingual.