A love story that defies all odds. Heidi dares to defy her destiny, leaving behind the only life she's ever known to work at a church camp in South Africa. But 1987 South Africa is a world unlike any she's experienced, and Heidi grapples with the question: has she made a monumental mistake? Her resolve is tested even further by the camp's enigmatic director, Johann, whose inexplicable animosity toward her adds to her struggles. Desperate for success, Heidi works tirelessly to provide hope amidst the dark shadow of apartheid, betrayal, and hostility. But just as she finds a sense of belonging, her world is rocked by the devastating news of her mother's breast cancer diagnosis.

Fast forward fifteen years, and Heidi unexpectedly finds herself at another camp, this time in the United States. Surrounded by a heart-stopping sense of familiarity, she's about to discover why.

Centered around two poignant weeping willow trees and filled with emotional twists, spiritual growth, inspiring characters, and humor, The Counting Tree is a heartwarming tale of love and loss, heartbreak and hope. Don't miss out on this unforgettable love story. Order your copy today!

Reviewer's comments:

I am so grateful for a book that kept me captivated and encouraged with each turn of the page. so hard to put down great book for a book club I'm so sad to be done reading it, but I plan to read it again! highly recommend

the perfect amount of romance, humor, history, and faith. bought more copies to share with friends and family. On several occasions, I caught myself smiling or crying along with the characters. If you are searching for a romance with a biblical foundation, this is the book for you!