Beneath the Bending Skies

By: Jane Kirkpatrick

Narrated by: Christina Moore

Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Mollie Sheehan has spent much of her life striving to be a dutiful daughter and honor her father's wishes, even when doing so has led to one heartbreak after another. After all, what options does she truly have in 1860s Montana? But providing for her stepfamily during her father's long absences doesn't keep her from wishing for more.

When romance blooms between her and Peter Ronan, Mollie finally allows herself to hope for a brighter future—until her father voices his disapproval of the match and moves her to California to ensure the breakup. Still, time and providence are at work, even when circumstances are at their bleakest. Mollie may soon find that someone far greater than her father is in control of the course of her life—and that even the command to "honor thy father" has its limits.

New from New York Times bestselling author Jane Kirkpatrick, Beneath the Bending Skies is a sweeping story of hospitality, destiny, and the bonds of family.

©2022 Jane Kirkpatrick (P)2022 Recorded Books

Outstanding! Listen to it twice!

Fascinating account of the early days out west. The author paints such a beautiful picture of the beauty and the struggles. I have fallen in love with these characters! Also, this reading is fantastic.

Beneath the Bending Skies

It’s any interesting book. I enjoyed the Speaker’s presentation of the story. I got confused at times due to so many characters being involved. I’m happy to learn how much of the story is based on actuality. Molly was a truly remarkable woman!

I Am Such A Fan

Jane Kirkpatrick does an excellent job telling the story of these strong women from the 1800’s. I learn so much of the era and the places. I always cry.
I always look forward to the next book. Susie

Really enjoyable

I really enjoyed this book, loved that is based on true events, a story of heartbreak, forgiveness, sorrow, lost, starting over and finding peace and love. The author takes you away to another time when times were hard, lost was great and love meant something, when people looked after their neighbors and helped get through hard times. When family move on and may not see each other again. It was a breath taking story that touched my heart.

The narrator did a great job pulling the listener in, love her character voices, you always knew who was talking and what they were feeling. Her normal voice is lovely, it is a voice you don't get tired of listening to. There are no volume changes, no repeating of words and no background noises. It was truly a delightful listen that was very clear and enjoyable.

Fabulous story!

One of my favorite books! You will truly enjoy this story. Well written and great character development.

Based on true story

What a life this strong woman lived along with her faithful husband. Very well written and read

Excellent historical fiction!

Great historical novel, well researched as can always be expected by this author. I enjoyed the story, the history and the characters. The narrator did an excellent job as well!

Fascinating detail

Fascinating detail of history and every day life in the Montana of the late 1800’s.

A life worth reading

I didn’t realize this was based on a true story and I was drawn in by the author.

Great story

I Enjoyed how the events and happiness were tied to actual history and families. Puts a new take on towns and people.