<p>Set amid the sweet blossoms of a southern mansion, this timeless classic delves into the heart of Elsie--an extraordinary little girl whose quest for love from her earthly father leads to a mature understanding of the love of her Father in Heaven. This, the first book in a series, will both challenge and inspire young readers.</p>

Elsie Dinsmore

FINLEY, MARTHA

Children's Books

Full Quart Press

As Elsie grows from childhood to girlhood, so does her understanding of and obedience to God. Her devotion to Him causes conflict between her and her beloved father. Gripped by jealousy and contempt, he seeks to wipe out all religious influences surrounding his daughter. Still, Elsie's convictions remain firm. As a last resort, Elsie's father moves away until Elsie will submit to his law, and no other. This rancor causes Elsie to become very ill. Receiving word of her illness and realizing the effect of his cruelty, her father returns home to both Roselands and to God. Join Elsie as she struggles with loneliness, abandonment, and even the threat of death in this, the second in the Elsie Books.

Elsie's Holidays at Roselands

Teen & Young Adult

<p>As Elsie and her father prepare for her marriage to John Travilla, Elsie moves to Viamede, her mother's childhood home in Louisiana. Overseeing the plantation, Elsie observes the treatment of the slaves and strives to bring them into an awareness of God's love for them. As Mr. and Mrs. Travilla start their life together, Elsie's old boyfriend tries to bring it all to a tragic end. In a fit of jealous rage, he unsuccessfully attempts to shoot the newly married couple. Happy with her life with her new husband, Elsie experiences the wonderful joys of motherhood. Join Elsie as she moves into a wonderful and exciting new phase of her life.</p>

Elsie's Womanhood (The Elsie Books, Volume 4)

ELSIE'S CHILDREN, The Elsie Books 6

Martha, Finley

Literature & Fiction

ELSIE'S WIDOWHOOD, The Elsie Books 7

Historical Fiction

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