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An Unexpected Frost (Tucker Book 2) Kindle Edition

by David Johnson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 7,242 ratings

In the second installment of the gripping Tucker’s Way series, Tucker faces the biggest crisis of her life.

Tucker has finally overcome a lifelong fear of trusting others and let her kind neighbor, Ella, into her heart. Despite their different backgrounds, Tucker and Ella share a deep affection and, together with their good friend Smiley Carter, they support one another and care for Tucker’s three troubled grandchildren.

As Tucker’s bonds with Ella and Smiley deepen, Tucker’s grandson disappears and the bank threatens to foreclose on her farm. Then the worst happens—Ella is diagnosed with lung cancer. How can Tucker find her faith during a time when God has never seemed farther away?

Revised edition: This edition of An Unexpected Frost includes editorial revisions.

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    The Tucker Series
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    205 pages
  3. Language
    English
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    Lake Union Publishing
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  6. Publication date
    December 9, 2014
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About the Author

David Johnson has worked in the helping professions for over thirty-five years. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a master’s degree in social work and over a decade of experience as a minister. In addition to the four novels comprising the Tucker series, he has authored several nonfiction books, including Navigating the Passages of Marriage and Real People, Real Problems, and has published numerous articles in national and local media. David also maintains an active blog at www.thefrontwindow.wordpress.com. When he’s not writing, he is likely making music as the conductor of the David Johnson Chorus.



With a literary legacy spanning eighteen published works, and sales nearing the impressive one-million mark, David Johnson has firmly established himself as a master storyteller renowned for crafting "books with heart." His narratives are a testament to his gift for creating resilient and unforgettable characters, often hailing from humble beginnings, who navigate the unpredictable twists of everyday life with grace and tenacity. Beyond the pages of his novels, David Johnson brings nearly five decades of experience in guiding people on their life journey, first as a schoolteacher, then as a Youth and Family Minister, and for the past thirty years as a professional counselor, earning him a well-deserved constellation of commendations and awards. But beyond his career life, David is a devoted family man, having cherished fifty years of marriage to his beloved wife, Brenda. Together, they share a deep passion for the great outdoors, spending memorable moments camping and immersing themselves in the beauty of nature. When he's not penning stories or lending his expertise as the Clinical Director of an outpatient opiate addiction program, you're likely to find him traipsing through the woods, a favorite place to be where inspiration often strikes. David Johnson invites you to connect with him, the creative mind behind the acclaimed "Tucker" series—a captivating world where ordinary individuals face extraordinary challenges, and where heartwarming tales of resilience and hope come to life. You can find him on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00L5SB2IU
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lake Union Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 9, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.2 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 205 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1477877036
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 5 ‏ : ‎ The Tucker Series
  • Customer Reviews:
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With a literary legacy spanning eighteen published works, and sales nearing the impressive one-million mark, David Johnson has firmly established himself as a master storyteller renowned for crafting "books with heart." His narratives are a testament to his gift for creating resilient and unforgettable characters, often hailing from humble beginnings, who navigate the unpredictable twists of everyday life with grace and tenacity.

Beyond the pages of his novels, David Johnson brings nearly five decades of experience in guiding people on their life journey, first as a schoolteacher, then as a Youth and Family Minister, and for the past thirty years as a professional counselor, earning him a well-deserved constellation of commendations and awards.

But beyond his career life, David is a devoted family man, having cherished fifty years of marriage to his beloved wife, Brenda. Together, they share a deep passion for the great outdoors, spending memorable moments camping and immersing themselves in the beauty of nature. When he's not penning stories or lending his expertise as the Clinical Director of an outpatient opiate addiction program, you're likely to find him traipsing through the woods, a favorite place to be where inspiration often strikes.

David Johnson invites you to connect with him, the creative mind behind the acclaimed "Tucker" series—a captivating world where ordinary individuals face extraordinary challenges, and where heartwarming tales of resilience and hope come to life.

You can find him on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

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Customers find this book engaging and well-written, with characters that become very dear to their hearts. The story is a beautifully crafted tale of unexpected love and incredible story of human honesty, bringing readers to tears throughout. Customers appreciate the faith elements, with one review highlighting the themes of forgiveness and God's grace.

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734 customers mention "Readability"717 positive17 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fantastic series that keeps them very engrossed in the story.

"...All in this story of life. God is like that. Read with an open mind and heart...." Read more

"...Still a great book and I am looking forward to the next book in the series." Read more

"What a beautiful and hard life we lead. This story is just beautiful and I hope you enjoy the journey." Read more

"...The way the story weaves through all the characters and plots is amazing. The weaving oh God’s word and love is amazing...." Read more

259 customers mention "Character development"251 positive8 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that the characters become very dear to them and have their own stories, with one customer highlighting how they depict simple people with complex lives.

"...The weaving oh God’s word and love is amazing. Enjoyed it more than I can say." Read more

"I fell in love with the characters , the story line. All of it! I would highly recommend! Its a must read!" Read more

"I loved the characters from the first series and thoroughly enjoyed getting to know them more in this book. It is such an easy yet enjoyable read!" Read more

"...God’s mercy and love is so wonderfully shared. No one could read this book and not know the gospel message." Read more

225 customers mention "Heartwarming story"222 positive3 negative

Customers find this book heartwarming, describing it as a beautiful story of life and death that brings forth many emotions.

"...for nearly 15 years through this series and at this moment my soul feels lighter and I can't praise this series enough...." Read more

"Very heart warming story of loss and friendship and new beginnings...." Read more

"...I Can’t wait to read the sequels. Inspiring and heart warming." Read more

"...The strong Christian message makes it a lot more than just a book. It will preach." Read more

168 customers mention "Entertainment value"165 positive3 negative

Customers find the book engaging and entertaining, noting it will make them laugh and cry, with one customer describing it as heartwarming.

"...I laughed and I cried. This book is so worth the time it takes to read it." Read more

"Like the first "Tucker" novel, this one was entertaining and a fun read...." Read more

"...The author has captured the stamina and backbone of Tucker, the misfit woman who has not had an easy life but has managed to carve out a life for..." Read more

"...These books have made me cry and laugh at the same time...." Read more

139 customers mention "Writing quality"123 positive16 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting it is well-written and easy to read, with one customer highlighting its down-to-earth style.

"...You are a great writer." Read more

"A well written emotional story with so many life lessons to learn and take from this beautiful story. This series is an absolute MUST read!" Read more

"...I cannot say enough how fantastic it was written as it made me become a part of their lives...." Read more

"...For Tucker' is well written and definitely a page turner...." Read more

82 customers mention "Faith"77 positive5 negative

Customers appreciate the faith themes in the book, with several describing it as a masterpiece, and one customer noting how it delves into morals and forgiveness.

"...Forgiveness and mercy, truth, and justice are measured out in a timely manner in sharing with the reader the Lord's perfect will/plan. "..." Read more

"...It will preach." Read more

"...I found the story emotionally difficult to read, but to see the grace of God and the friendship of others that went through their trials together..." Read more

"...David Johnson did a fantastic job of bringing in the Christian faith without being too much for readers who aren't there yet...." Read more

82 customers mention "Story quality"77 positive5 negative

Customers praise the book's quality, describing it as a beautifully crafted tale of unexpected love with awesome twists and turns.

"What a beautiful and hard life we lead. This story is just beautiful and I hope you enjoy the journey." Read more

"I loved this second Tucker book. It was ĥeartwarming and believable. Will jump into Book 3 with excitement!..." Read more

"...'s Way' where all the characters were fleshed out into irascible, charming, elegant endearing people...." Read more

"...I say people instead of characters because they seem so real. The author does an excellent job of bringing out each person personality...." Read more

75 customers mention "Tears"56 positive19 negative

Customers find the book emotionally moving, with many describing it as heartbreaking and tear-jerking, particularly at the end.

"...book straight through, & like "Tucker" #1 it was a page turner, a tear jerker & smiles also. I honestly do not know which was best #1 or #2...." Read more

"...Above all this they all learn to forgive. This book will tear you heart out. You will need a Kleenex for sure...." Read more

"I loved this book. It was so beautifully written. So sad. It brought back so many memories of when my two sisters had cancer...." Read more

"At times I found the story emotionally difficult to read, but to see the grace of God and the friendship of others that went through their trials..." Read more

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  • Mare
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2025
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    This book transported me into a different life and time. What an incredible story.
    This book give you an insight of how poor folk in the South life and in pretty sure it's realistic for many!
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  • robin Kay
    5.0 out of 5 stars grateful there is more to the story!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2025
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    Tucker and family and friends come to life in these books. I feel like I know them and am learning from them. Thank you David Johnson.
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  • Mary Hill
    4.0 out of 5 stars We should all know someone like Tucker!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2014
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    I just love the Tucker series. We would all benefit from knowing somoene like Tucker. Sadly if we did meet someone like her we would probably never take the time to get to know her. Most people would take one look at Tucker and put her in the category of "poor white trash" and never bother to find the hidden gem inside. The Tucker series can really make you see that you should never judge someone if you havent walked in their shoes. David Johnson has a way of making you love this whole group of misfits. The only thing that kept me from giving this book a 5 star rating was the fact that it needed better editing. There were several places where the wrong word was used or there was an extra word in the sentence. That's easy enough to over look but the one that really annoyed me was that early in the book we learn the identity of the father of one of Tucker's grandchildren (don't want to give anything away) but later in the book (at least 3 times) he is referred to as the grandfather instead of the father. Still a great book and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
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  • bamagirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful story
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2025
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    Despair, tragedy, hope and healing. All in this story of life. God is like that. Read with an open mind and heart. We all have our trials, but with His love will be in a better place one day.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Life
    Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2025
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    What a beautiful and hard life we lead. This story is just beautiful and I hope you enjoy the journey.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The miracle of hope in the midst of hopelessness...
    Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
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    An unexpected frost is a poignant event in nature that grieves the heart of those waiting for springs rebirth... there is no explanation for its untimely assault but it happens even as unexplained cruelty of man to his fellow man. i loved that David Johnson has approached God's seeming silence and given His voice sound. Forgiveness and mercy, truth, and justice are measured out in a timely manner in sharing with the reader the Lord's perfect will/plan. "Our Father, which art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, THY WILL BE DONE on earth as it is in heaven.... "
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  • Kim
    4.0 out of 5 stars This deeply moving story helped me with personal pain from from past.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2013
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    How do I explain how this third book in Tucker's series affected my life so dramatically?
    A character in the novel has to explain to little April that she is terminally ill; something I have heartbreaking memories of my own mother explaining to me, 30 years ago, when I was 8.
    Further on, I was again confronted of very similar times of the person being cared for at home and ultimately passing away as my mother did also.
    During the dim time of reading of the characters struggles, I also found my heart and soul being lifted by some struggles I had also had with God and my efforts to bring him closer into my life.
    Amazingly I found answers to inner turmoils I have carried inside for nearly 15 years through this series and at this moment my soul feels lighter and I can't praise this series enough.

    Having read the 3 books in the series already, I know there is a dark story about to emerge in the fourth book. David Johnson has the ability to present even the most harrowing issues in a manner that helps us to understand the how's and whys of things, and I eagerly await to read book 4, and hopefully any further books that will be written in the series, in the future.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Oh my heart
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025
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    I am just overjoyed. The feelings in this story gives you are so overwhelming! In a good way.
    On to book 3!
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  • Granny
    5.0 out of 5 stars "SPEECHLESS"
    Reviewed in Canada on December 31, 2014
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    I have noy words for where this story is taking me..!!! I knew from the beginning that I wanted to know this amazing woman.."TUCKER"... I have purchased all of the series and can't wait for the next book...If this series tells us anything, it is that we ALL need God in our lives...thank you..Mr. Johnson, for opening the eyes of those who read this story..!!
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  • maria owens
    5.0 out of 5 stars down to earth
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2013
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    excellent read, tragic yet heart warming, it shows us that things shouldn't always be taken at face value. the heroine tucker did exceptionally well in everything that life threw at her and in her own way triumphed in the end. I loved the book and even had a cry at certain bits but had a laugh as well.
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  • Pam
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this Series
    Reviewed in Australia on May 16, 2016
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    If you haven't experienced the Tucker Series, of which this is the 2nd book, then you are missing out on one of the best series of books and almost guaranteed you will love it.
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  • Sandy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome books
    Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2018
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    You need to get the set . Awesome reading .
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  • Chris Warburton
    4.0 out of 5 stars good reading
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 3, 2013
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    I choose this one because it is a follow on from the lat book and it was as good if not better than the first
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