Her Daughter’s Dream

By: Francine Rivers

Narrated by: Stina Nielsen

Length: 17 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

In the dramatic conclusion to the New York Times best seller Her Mother’s Hope, Francine Rivers delivers a rich and deeply moving story about the silent sorrows that can tear a family apart and the grace and forgiveness that can heal even the deepest wounds.

Growing up isn’t easy for little Carolyn Arundel. With her mother, Hildemara, quarantined to her room with tuberculosis, Carolyn forms a special bond with her oma Marta, who moves in to care for the household. But as tensions between Hildie and Marta escalate, Carolyn believes she is to blame. When Hildie returns to work and Marta leaves, Carolyn and her brother grow up as latchkey kids in a world gripped by the fear of the Cold War.

College offers Carolyn the chance to find herself, but a family tragedy shatters her newfound independence. Rather than return home, she cuts all ties and disappears into the heady counterculture of San Francisco. When she reemerges two years later, more lost than ever, she reluctantly turns to her family to help rebuild a life for her and her own daughter, May Flower Dawn.

Just like Carolyn, May Flower Dawn develops a closer bond with her grandmother, Hildie, than with her mother, causing yet another rift between generations. But as Dawn struggles to avoid the mistakes of those who went before her, she vows that somehow she will be a bridge between the women in her family rather than the wall that separates them forever.

Spanning from the 1950s to present day, Her Daughter’s Dream is the emotional final chapter of an unforgettable family saga about the sacrifices every mother makes for her daughter—and the very nature of unconditional love.

©2010 Francine Rivers (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC

More like 3.8 stars, but I rounded up.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would be less likely to recommend this book than many of the other books I have read by Francine Rivers (who is absolutely one of my favorite authors)

What other book might you compare Her Daughter’s Dream to and why?

Well obviously 'Her Mother's Hope', which I liked very much. This book is a continuation of that book.

Any additional comments?

Her Mother's Hope was written with a paint brush...no a paint roller, covering many lives and situations with very broad strokes - it worked well and I was looking forward to continuing the story with Her Daughter's Dream. Much of the second book was written in the same way; however, when the book began to focus on May Flower Dawn, Ms Rivers got out her artist brushes. The details became a little overwhelming, down to the bologna, lettuce, onion, and whole wheat bread sandwich she made for her husband. I did appreciate the strong message of faith that this book portrayed. However, being an open book myself, I had such a hard time relating to the mother and daughter who would not open up to each other. One of my pet peeves is when people guess how others are feeling and act according to those feelings instead of talking things out - and this book....well lets just say it frustrated me haha.

fantastic

I feel the ending was rushed, too much info packed in last chapter. but overall wonderful

Another winner

I have been enjoying Ms Rivers novels with a Christian base no matter when in history they are placed. How lives are touched by what is said or left unsaid is a big part of this novel for me. I had to listen to the last five hours straight through!

Excellent and Captivating Book

Thoroughly enjoyed this book in the Mart series. It is great historical fiction that will touch your heart.

Loved it!

This really drew me in! I couldn't stop listening. The story really spoke to me.

This book up by Francine Rivers is the most beautiful book based in a lot of scriptures is heartfelt story

I just wish Bad other authors would learn by this author Francine Rivers thank you Francine for this book heart felt warming story did lots of crying and and smiling and worrying and couldn't stop listening to it wonder what was the next chapter was about loved loved loved loved your book

Beautiful fulfilling story...

I've read this series a few times over the last 12 years... now I've heard it brought to life.... Francine Rivers is an amazing author.

Francine Rivers does it again. Amazing story

Loved this story!! It was so well written & read, I didn't want to stop listening.

Great performance & relatable story

Great Narrator pulls you into the story.

Enjoyed the book from start to finish, the author has not disappointed me yet! Francine Rivers does it again, loved it!

Great book!

Such a good story of family struggles! Makes you realize that you don’t always understand .