by Laura DeNooyerPublish: Jan 07, 2025 Historical FictionWomen's FictionLiterary Fiction
Book Overview
Most fairy tales have happy endings, but is it too late for this one? After all, Mrs. Charlotte Rose Gordon, the disgruntled town recluse, is eighty-eight and has grown weary of fighting the dragons of her past—including the desire to clear her husband’s name of a 1918 crime.
Dragons of a different kind pursue Carrie Kruisselbrink.
During 1980, the summer of her private rebellion, Carrie defies parental expectations and pursues her café dream. While waiting for funding, she takes a job with Mrs. Gordon.
As Mrs. Gordon unfolds the story of her oppressive childhood and delightful friendship with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz author, L. Frank Baum, Carrie never expects to encounter her own fears and soul-searching.
In this modern-day fairy tale that weaves between 1980 and the early 1900s, Mr. Baum’s influence impacts each woman’s personal quests on a hero’s journey neither anticipates. Can Carrie and Mrs. Gordon find common ground in battling their respective dragons?
BIOGRAPHY Laura DeNooyer-Moore thrives on creativity and encouraging it in others. A Calvin College graduate, she is a teacher, wife, parent of four adult children, and a multiple award-winning author of heart-warming historical and contemporary fiction.
“All That Is Hidden” won the Artisan Book Excellence Award. This novel is perfect for fans of Sarah Loudin Thomas, Chris Fabry, or Lisa Wingate.
Laura is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers and Blue Ridge Reader Connection. When not writing, you’ll find her reading, walking, drinking tea with friends, or taking a road trip. For a FREE prequel, join her monthly newsletter: www.StandoutStoriesNewsletter.com.
" A Hundred Magical Reasons is a journey through time and heart—a captivating blend of history, whimsy, and the enduring power of storytelling. An enchanting story that blurs the lines between past and present, reality and imagination. Laura DeNooyer has crafted a spellbinding tale that reminds us of the magic within our own lives."
— Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Book of Flora Lea
“All That Is Hidden is a beautiful novel, the kind of book that sweeps you up in its story, makes you fall in love with its characters, and breaks your heart along with theirs when they go through suffering.” — Writer’s Digest
"For fans of historical fiction with heart and soul, “All That Is Hidden” is a beautiful gem of a book with fascinating characters. This 5 star, one-of-a-kind novel is a book you won’t want to put down." — Artisan Book Reviews