Every Night Has a Dawn

The Winds of Change, Book 1

By: Rachel Valencourt

Narrated by: Joss Cambridge

Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins

Publisher's summary

**Best New Debut Finalist In the American Writing Awards**

Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression.

A powerful and inspirational saga of love, survival, and second chances.

When Dawn Jensen's family is forced to leave their cherished cabin and thrust into the life of traveling farm workers, their quest for a new home eventually leads them to a captivating Native American reservation in Neah Bay, WA.

As the family adjusts to life on Neah Bay, Dawn forms a deep friendship with a spirited Native American girl named Talie. Talie's wisdom and connection to the land become a source of inspiration for Dawn. Together, they navigate the challenges of their circumstances, forging a bond that transcends cultural differences and serves as a testament to the power of friendship.

Amid a landscape rich in ancient traditions and rugged beauty, Dawn's journey takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with a charismatic man from Oklahoma, sparking newfound hope and the promise of a fresh start.

Told through the unique eyes of young Dawn Jensen, Rachel Valencourt's debut novel unfolds as an inspirational tale of survival, love, well-guarded secrets, and the unbreakable bonds of family.

Coming-of-age during the looming shadow of WWII, Dawn emerges as a resilient young woman, her spirit shaped by the era's challenges. Her resolve is put to the test when a chance encounter compels her to protect a family secret that could threaten the stability of her adult life.

"Every Night Has A Dawn" is a poignant journey that transports listeners from the wild woods of Washington State to the sprawling ranches of Oklahoma and finally the sun-kissed shores of California, weaving a transformative story of survival and revival.

Will Dawn and her family find the strength to weather the storms that could shatter their world?

With a strong female protagonist, you're sure to be captivated by book one of the epic Winds of Change trilogy.

©2023 Rachel Valencourt (P)2024 Rachel Valencourt

the togetherness in rough times

This is exactly what I needed to listen. is a definitely a feel good book that makes you just sit down and enjoy the life!

Every Night has Dawn

What a great book. I started it a little slow and then I couldn’t stop. What is so true to life. The ending will blow your mind. I couldn’t stop crying. It is so true to life.Please read this book. You will love it as much as I did!!!M

Beautiful and well written book

Dear Rachel,

With great appreciation we have finished to listen to the last chapter and epilogue of your beautiful novel about your grandma’s fascinating life story with real American history background.

Congratulations on your debut! This book is well done - very interesting, intriguing and very well written. Thanks a lot to give us a chance to know better your family roots, especially to know your grandma - the heroine - as an amazing, wise, courageous and lovely woman.

Sincerely,
Irina and Leon

Pulled me in

A story about a woman dealing with great challenges during the Great Depression. Makes you very grateful for what we have.

A Tale of Strength and Family Ties

The author skillfully captures the essence of the era, painting a vivid picture of the hardships faced by young family during the Great Depression. Readers are taken on a heartfelt journey, witnessing the strength and unity that emerge in times of adversity. Navigating sisterhood, friendships, first loves, and marriage, we are reminded that even in the toughest times, strength can be found within the embrace of those around us. In today's challenging economic climate, this book resonates, offering a timeless lesson on the strength found in unity and family ties. I look forward to reading the second book in this trilogy.

Every Night has a Dawns Journey!

This was a terrific story that the author wrote telling her Grandmothers life her struggles, Family bonds and thru struggles held on to hope she still searched for a Better life! Dawn had never gave up hope! Find out Dawns hidden secret she kept for 60 years! It was easy to get drawn into this book and be apart of this story! I loved hearing the characters in audio it brought the book alive! Tear jerker!
Highly recommend this story to all reader!

Great Depression

Thank you for sharing your family story about living during the Great Depression. I am so glad Dawn found Tallie and stayed friends forever!