A Song of Home

A Novel of the Swing Era (Pearl Spence Novels, Book 3)

By: Susie Finkbeiner

Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert

Pearl Spence has finally settled into a routine in Bliss, Michigan, far from her home in Red River, Oklahoma. Like all the other kids, she goes to school each day, plays in the woods, and does her chores. But there's one big difference: Mama is still gone and doesn't seem to have a thought for the family she's left behind.

Escaping from her worries is another part of Pearl's new routine, whether that's running to Aunt Carrie's farm, listening to the radio with Ray, or losing herself in a book. In fact, a chair in the stacks, surrounded by books, might be her favorite place on earth - until she discovers swing dancing. The music transports Pearl to a whole other world.

When Mama unexpectedly returns, it isn't the happy occasion Pearl had imagined. Mama is distant, and Pearl can't figure out how to please her. And the horrible way she treats Daddy is more than Pearl can bear. It seems life would be better if Mama would just stay away.

Finkbeiner's portrayal of both tragedy and everyday life in times of great change is charged with a raw beauty that will haunt listeners. Fans of the two prior Pearl Spence novels won't be disappointed!

Download the accompanying reference guide.©2017 Susie Finkbeiner (P)2019 Oasis Audio

Felt Like Home!

I enjoyed the story, the reader did exceptionally well, and it was so true to life. Didn’t need any nasty words, didn’t need descriptive sex , just a wonderful family book. I’ve read all of the Pearl series. Feels like I am missing my friends!

Best Trilogy

This set of books should be required reading in classrooms all across America. Beautifully written and narrated!

will listen to more in series...

Overall loved it, just really struggled with all the "mom" missing for a mother who was not good in so many ways.

Rich

A story rich with emotion and complexity.

Tavia Gilbert is simply amazing! Her voices are realistic and pleasing to listen to, and she's a phenomenal actress!!!

Loved it and the whole series. I wish there was another book.

Loved it. Wish there were more books because I could follow this darling story through her growing up. Pearly was absolutely amazing and what a sweetheart absolutely loved it.

Brilliant narration

This is a wonderful story. Heard all three in the series. Tavia Gilbert’s gave an unbelievable performance! She is extremely talented!

Young Girl Navigates Hard Times

Narrator really brings each character come to life, especially the young girl. Well Done!

Sorry to see this series end ...

Great story line, great characters and Tavia Gilbert was exceptional. Wish the series would continue.

draws you right in!

wonderful! sad the series is over ! I enjoyed them all in the series!

Beautiful story and performance

This story of a family during the Dust Bowl held much drama, sweetness and the innocent observations from a young girl's point of view. events were not as predictable as some fictional stories, which I very much like! After completing the trilogy, I'm ready to join the next few years leading up to WWII with Pearl's empathatic wisdom and keen observations of those who enter her life. I could do with just a bit less details of her dreams, both day and night.