To Have and to Hold (Charnwood Library) - Hardcover

Michaels, Fern

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 070898892X ISBN 13: 9780708988923

Publisher: Charnwood (Large Print), 1996

Synopsis

The year is 1970, and Kate Starr wants to be the perfect wife and mother. Her husband Patrick is her whole world when he departs for a tour of duty in Vietnam. But when he is listed MIA, Kate must rely on herself for the first time in her life. It is an uphill struggle--emotionally, physically, financially. But the the fight to find out more information about her husband inspires her to do more, to gain more confidence, to fight until she has gotten some answers. And as Kate discovers she has talents and intelligence, she discovers a new kind of love, too.

About this title

From the Back Cover

In 1970, Kate Starr is a woman of her generation, determined to be the perfect wife, the perfect mother, the perfect homemaker. Her husband, Patrick, is her whole world-even when he departs for a tour of duty in Vietnam. But when Patrick is listed as MIA, Kate is suddenly forced to make decisions alone for the first time in her life. It's an uphill struggle. Five years, ten years, fifteen years pass ... and Kate continues to transform herself. She raises her two daughters, puts herself through school, and starts a successful business. And finally she allows herself to even begin thinking about romance again.

About the Author

Fern Michaels is the internationally bestselling author of the Vegas trilogy. She lives in South Carolina and has five children, two grandchildren and four dogs. She is an animal-rights activist. Her previous novels, including the Vegas trilogy, the Texas quartet, Wish List and Yesterday, are also available from Headline.

Edition details

• Publisher: Charnwood (Large Print)
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 070898892X
• ISBN 13: 9780708988923
• Binding: Hardcover