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Roots in the Dust

By: Carol Ann Martin
Narrated by: Stephanie Luevano-Powell
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Raised during the Great Depression and coming of age during WWII, this poignant story follows a brother and sister who, though bound by shared past, yearn for very different futures. Left on their own for much of their childhood, they develop an unshakable bond and resilience to face life’s challenges head on.

Through years of separation and personal struggles, their connection endures, proving that ties of family are as enduring as the roots from which they grow. Told from varying perspectives, Roots in the Dust takes the listener on a heartfelt journey, exploring the complexities of family, identity and the paths we choose to follow.

©2024 Carol Ann Martin (P)2025 Carol Ann Martin Family Life Genre Fiction Psychological Small Town & Rural Heartfelt
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Roots in the Dust is a heartfelt and emotional story set during the Great Depression and World War II. It follows a brother and sister as they face separation, personal struggles, and the challenges of growing up in a difficult time. Carol Ann Martin writes with warmth and honesty, and Stephanie Luevano-Powell’s narration adds depth and feeling to the characters. This audiobook is touching, easy to follow, and perfect for listeners who enjoy historical fiction with strong family themes.
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Ties That Endure: A Story of Family Through Hardsh

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A truly lovely story. I really enjoyed the way it’s told through different perspectives, which added depth and variety to the narrative. The narration was excellent and brought the emotions to life beautifully.

Heartfelt and Well Told

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I liked this book, I grew up during difficult times in my origin country, I identified a lot with all the several problems and emotions they got. This is a powerful story and a lot of the emotions are involved and all the personal choices they did. The audio and the narrator of this book are excellent, easy to follow, I liked this book.

Roots in the Dust

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I had listened to Secrets in the Cane, so when I saw this book from the same author I thought I'd give it a try. I wasn't disappointed. Like the other book, this one described the scenes and characters so well I felt like I could see them. Having heard Secrets in the Cane first, I could see how the story moved on to the next generation. I'm sure the books would work in either order, but I liked that I recognized some names.
I liked both of these books and hope to hear more from this author.

Great Characters

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This story had me hooked from the beginning. So much so I could not stop listening and ended up finishing it in one day.

Well written

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