The Widows Of Wichita County

Name: The Widows Of Wichita County
Author: Jodi Thomas
ISBN: 1587246406

by Jodi Thomas (2004)

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Apart from sharing the same zip code, Randi Howard, Anna Montano, Meredith Allen, Helena Whitworth, and Crystal Howard have absolutely nothing in common until a fiery explosion on a West Texas oil rig changes everything. Their husbands are men who live to search for "black gold," men who are willing to exchange backbreaking work and long days for danger and excitement--and money. But on a blistering day in early autumn four of the men pay the ultimate price--leaving behind one man who wishes he had. In one brief moment, the tragedy binds Randi, Anna, Meredith, Helena and Crystal closer together than a lifetime of friendship. As they gather at the hospital, waiting to learn who among them will not have to bury her husband, they turn to one another for support. And so begins a journey of faith, of strength, of tears, and of love. (From the Author's web-site.)

Setting / LocationGlobal

Story EraModern Era

Protagonist / CoreThe Widows Of Wichita County Lead Character

Themes & Moods

Self-Help & Mind Fiction Accidents Loss (Psychology)Oil well drilling Female friendship Modern Era

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