"Braun continues to skillfully weave love, loss and resilience into the conclusion of Annie Parker’s story. Book Five, Dear Noah: The Conclusion continues the story of friendship and new beginnings set in the quait mountain town of Lake Arrowhead, California. Well done." -Elizabeth Conte, award-winning author of Finding Jane and Chosen Mistress
"Having lived in Lake Arrowhead for many years, Chrysteen Braun’s books continually remind me of just how wonderful it is to live up here. It’s been fun figuring out places both real and fictional. Her storytelling skillfully blends relationships, rich characters and unexpected endings, all set in our delightful mountain towns." -Angel Yap, Editor, Lake Arrowhead Mountain News
Now in her mid-eighties, Annie Parker reflects on a life shaped both by heartbreak and healing. Her journey began with a life-altering decision to start anew, dedicating herself to restoring a collection of 1920s-era cabins, each rich with its own story. Through this labor of love, she wove together the memories of her past with the promise of her future.
In Dear Noah, Annie revisits her passionate love affair with Noah Chambers, a relationship filled with joy and laughter, but overshadowed by an ominous prophecy from an Indian fortune teller. As their love story unfolds, the prophecy casts a long shadow, leaving Annie alone and mourning.
Seeking refuge from her sorrow, Annie moves to Prescott, Arizona, hoping for a new beginning near her mother. There, she meets Phillip, the charming owner of the local antique shop, who helps her navigate the complexities of love, loss, and second chances. Through the stories embedded in the cabins and her evolving relationships, Annie discovers that life still holds surprises and that healing is possible at any stage.
Dear Noah, The Conclusion is a tale of love, loss, and the rediscovery of hope in life’s later years. It offers a poignant exploration of resilience and the enduring strength of the human spirit, reminding readers that it’s never too late to embrace hope and love.
