When Crickets Cry

De: Charles Martin

Narrado por: Adam Verner

“Charming characters and twists that keep the pages turning.” (Southern Living)

A man with a painful past. A child with a doubtful future. And a shared journey toward healing for both their hearts.

It begins on the shaded town square in a sleepy Southern town. A spirited seven-year-old has a brisk business at her lemonade stand. But the little girl’s pretty yellow dress can’t quite hide the ugly scar on her chest.

Her latest customer, a bearded stranger, drains his cup and heads to his car, his mind on a boat he's restoring at a nearby lake. The stranger understands more about the scar than he wants to admit. And the beat-up bread truck careening around the corner with its radio blaring is about to change the trajectory of both their lives.

Before it's over, they'll both know there are painful reasons why crickets cry...and that miracles lurk around unexpected corners.

Praise for When Crickets Cry:

“A testament to the power of words - from Shakespeare and Longfellow to Ezekiel - to heal and empower humanity.” (Lynne Thomas, retail manager, Jekyll Books at the Old Infirmary)

“If you read any book this year, this is the one.” (Coffee Time Romance)

“Martin's writing is gifted and blessed and insightful. His prose captures the essence of the story with beauty and sensitivity. I look forward to reading more of his work, past and future.” (Once upon a Romance)

A Southern Living Book of the Month selection

Stand-alone novel (approx. 85,000 words)

Includes discussion questions for book clubs

Also by Charles Martin: The Water Keeper, The Mountain Between Us, Send Down the Rain, and Chasing Fireflies.

©2006 Charles Martin (P)2019 Thomas Nelson

Guard Your Heart

Beautifully written. Beautifully read. This is one of those books you never for an instant regret reading. The heart of this story is truly beautiful.

Should be a movie!

This was an incredible book and honestly should be made into a movie! I fell in love with the characters, and the plot took twists I wasn't expecting. As always, Charles Martin did not disappoint. I am working on reading all of his books and haven't read one yet that I didn't absolutely love!

Great story! Really enjoyed it!

This story was well written and so touching. I don’t usually cry while reading or listening to books but I definitely did during this one.

Very medical

Loved it, loved Reese! The story was great and well performed. As a nurse, some of this was like a tv drama as far as protocol goes!

Heart felt story

The story was not sappy, but a true to life journey about one’s recovery after a broken heart.

Good hearted story

This book was a gift to listen to during a time in the worlds history were chaos reigns.
When Crickets Cry is plain life unfolding around extraordinary circumstances. This audio book just felt good to listen too. Down to earth people living life, all struggling in some form or another.
I wanted to jump in and hug Reese, let Anna know how brave she was and move in to house on the lake.
Come untangle the stings...it is worth the read or listen.

Great story

This story was great, and the reader was perfect for the story. I was entranced the whole way. And the language was totally non offensive. Thanks for a clean and gripping book.

Wonderful

Not at all preachy. Very well written and told. Characters well fleshed out. Highly recommended.

Awesome!!

I love the intrigue and unexpected twists & turns. Charles always goes deep into the subject material and it’s a real learning experience. I have read most of his books and highly recommend this beautifully done story!

Not Just a story

I loved this book because it told a story but if you looked carefully Theresa was so much more. There were messages about love, forgiveness, faith, hope, friendship, what it means to truly live.