“Hopes on the Horizon is a fitting follow up to Dreams in the Distance, expanding on the characters Rinella introduced in the first book of the Choice Series. Her young adult characters–three veterans, and two young women–struggle, hope, and dream, trying to find their way through the challenging world after the Second World War. If you are a fan of historical fiction, romance, or the writings of C. S Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien, you’ll find something to love in this book.” Steven Elmore, President, C. S. Lewis Foundation
“Another magical installment in Nan Rinella’s epic series. The wonderful storytelling and entertaining characters will keep you turning pages.” Terry Glaspey, Professor at Northwind Theological Seminary and bestselling author.
“Nan Rinella’s THE CHOICE Series, including Hopes on the Horizon, are novels of love and war, faith and doubt, intellect and insight. Fans of J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis will be charmed by the interweaving of familiar Oxfordshire settings and by the appearance of these literary giants as secondary characters and influences. Throughout, Rinella displays her passion for history and literature, for the research that brings it together, and for a beautifully told story.” Joy Jordan-Lake Part-time professor and the author of the bestselling novel A Tangled Mercy, as well as the Christy Award-winning Blue Hole Back…
“The writing depth of Nan Rinella comes, I believe, from her background as a journalist. Fascinating characters and ingenious story lines originate from her rich imagination plus deep research for authentic information about her chosen time frame (WWII), including its locations, history, plus its brave men and women. The results are satisfying and captivating. Nan Rinella’s attention to detail are a tribute to her love / respect for her many satisfied readers. Another page-turner to enjoy!” Carolyn Curtis, latest book is Women and C. S. Lewis: What his life and literature reveal for today’s culture, published by Lion Hudson in…
“I am always fascinated by stories that delve into the magnificent imagination of C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien. Rinella cares deeply for both men’s work and weaves their ingenious ideas into THE CHOICE Series.” Patti Callahan HenryNYT Bestselling author of Once Upon a Wardrobe, Becoming Mrs. Lewis, and The Secret Book of Flora Lea.