Gap in the Fence/River Treasure - Two Old Fashioned Stories that Teach Christian Values

Genevieve and her sister, Clover, look forward to meeting the new family who moves into their father's cottage each summer. This year it was the Jewel family with girls nearly the same age. The neighborhood takes an instant liking to the kind, warm-hearted newcomers.

Outwardly, popular Genevieve loves the new girls as much as anybody, but she secretly struggles with feeling of jealousy. Sometimes these feelings get the best of her. Will her need for control and desire for popularity ruin her friendships? Can she learn to rely on God to rule her heart?

Parent will enjoy reading this coming-of-age story as much as their children will enjoy hearing it. The issues in The Gap In The Fence present life lessons in Christian conflict resolution for all ages.

A black orphan boy, a cruel stepmother, an injured dog, a Civil War treasure, and a treacherous river are all part of this heart-warming story from rural North Carolina. Twelve-year-old Guy's heart grew cold in his dislike for Hett, his cruel stepmother. Running away, Guy and his dog started on an adventurous journey that would lead them to a new family, a newfound forgiveness and, maybe, an old River Treasure.