The Counting Tree

Heidi traded the familiarity of home for the unknown by volunteering at a church camp in South Africa. Thrust into a land steeped in tension and division, Heidi is determined to make a difference, only to discover that her greatest challenges might come from within. Adding to her struggles, the camp’s director, Johann, treats her with a cold hostility she can’t explain, pushing her to her limits at every turn. Amid betrayal, racial injustice, and personal doubts, Heidi labors to spark hope in a place overshadowed by fear. Just as she begins to carve out her place and find her purpose, a devastating call from home shatters her fragile sense of belonging.

Filled with emotional twists, inspiring characters, and humor, The Counting Tree is a heartwarming tale of love and loss, heartbreak and hope. This beautifully written fiction novel is a rare gem, and would make an excellent book club choice. If you appreciate fiction novels that are pure in storyline and uncommonly wholesome, this book is for you.

Written by Jennifer Arrington, an outdoor enthusiast who has lived on four continents. She has authored two women’s contemporary novels and a biography and co-writes the Apex Adventures children’s series with her husband. Her books reflect her heart’s goal: sharing God’s love through the art of story.

© 2022 Beach House Business. 136 pages. No part of this work may be reproduced, shared, or copied in any form or by any means without written permission of the publisher.

All Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible: King James Version.

Tags: Christian Book Clubs, Christian Book For Cancer Survivors, Christian Book Club Ideas, Christian Fiction Books