From the bestselling author of The Mountain Between Us comes the moving story of a man with a painful past, a little girl with a doubtful future, and a shared journey toward healing for both of their hearts.
It begins on the shaded town square in a sleepy Southern town. A spirited seven-year-old has a brisk business at her lemonade stand. But the little girl’s pretty yellow dress can’t quite hide the ugly scar on her chest.
Her latest customer, a bearded stranger, drains his cup and heads to his car, his mind on a boat he's restoring at a nearby lake. The stranger understands more about the scar than he wants to admit. And the beat-up bread truck careening around the corner with its radio blaring is about to change the trajectory of both their lives.
Before it's over, they'll both know there are painful reasons why crickets cry . . . and that miracles lurk around unexpected corners.
Praise for When Crickets Cry:
“If you read any book this year, this is the one.” —Coffee Time Romance
“Charming characters and twists that keep the pages turning.” —Southern Living
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"I did not know this author or did I have any idea of what to expect from him. I did like this book though. I liked the way it was written and I loved the detail of all the accounts given. It was a very informative novel. It is indeed "a novel of the heart". I am interested in his other books now."
— Tiffani (4 out of 5 stars)
" This book has a great title that ties into the story. I like that. I also liked the beautiful imagery. As much as I liked the story, I didn't feel the characters were completely true to themselves. I questioned quite a few scenes and found them too hokey. That said, the book taught several good lessons and was clean. "
— Lisa, 2/17/2014" Hated it, then loved it, then hated it. "
— Dawn, 2/5/2014" I have liked all of Charles Martin Books, this one especially. "
— Sandra, 1/28/2014" I enjoyed the characters and the overall story line. It could easily have fallen into the "I know exactly what is going to happen" category, but wasn't totally predictable (although you can guess some of the plot). I liked the overall message. A good read. "
— Kelle, 1/25/2014" Probably one of my favorite books I've ever read!!! Loved the whole thing! "
— Daltonpeeps, 1/25/2014" One of the only books by Charles Martin that I have yet to read... "
— Stephanie, 1/25/2014" I have not read a book by Charles Martin that I did not enjoy! "
— Tonya, 1/24/2014" This is an excellent story about the downfall of a man and how he was able to pick himself up. It centers on a pendant his wife had given him saying "guard your heart for it is the wellspring of life". I recommend it highly. "
— Bevhuckabagmail.com, 1/18/2014" An easy, non-memorable read. Mildly entertaining. I don't agree that emotions come from our physical hearts. "
— Candy, 1/15/2014" This is a sweet story. The author understands God's grace. "
— Rachelle, 1/10/2014" I really liked this book - reminded me of a clean Nicholas Sparks. Sad, touching. Reese is something else! "
— Carrie, 12/27/2013" This is the first book I read by Charles Martin. I loved every word. Then I went in search of the rest of his books. "
— Kat, 12/20/2013" ok fine. it was cheesy and terrificly over-written, but let's face it...nothing says three hankie like a dying wife AND a dying child "
— Amanda, 11/27/2013" Quality Christian fiction (meaning the characters are very real/not too cheesy) that would make a good Hallmark Channel movie. Also, I enjoyed the well-researched setting in north Georgia and the main character's interests in heart transplants, rowing, and old barn wood. "
— Madoline, 11/20/2013" this was a nice surprise. A friend just happened to mention to me that she was reading it and told me a bit about it. I thought I'd give it a read and ended up really liking it. If my friend hadn't mentioned it, not sure I would have chose it, but it was so good! "
— Joni, 11/17/2013" One of my favorite books....... "
— Robin, 11/17/2013" This was a fast moving read. I cried... "
— Sarah, 10/16/2013" Enjoyed this book - loved the fact that it was a Georgia read....its tender, moving, has faith and belief, love at the heart of it.... "
— Chris, 7/11/2013" I really liked this book. It has a lot of scientific information woven into a great story that really does pull on heart strings. "
— Jamie, 6/6/2013" This book was a beautiful novel. I enjoyed the writing so much and it gave me thoughts to reflect on throughout the book. I also enjoyed the scientific information that it gave about the heart. All the way around I loved this book. "
— Shonda, 3/7/2013" An enjoyable read. Though at times predictable, I thought it was well written. I'll be interested in seeing what else this author has written. "
— Nancy, 2/5/2013" So good, I couldn't put it down. Loved it. "
— Kelly, 12/29/2012" This was a quick read and a sweet little book. I could tell exactly what was going to happen 15-20 pages into the book...and it did. It's the perfect book for a Lifetime Movie. "
— Jodi, 10/27/2012" Loved it! Have loved all of his books but I think this one is my favorite. "
— Emily, 10/20/2012" This was an outstanding book! It was an easy read, great characters, inspiring story, and just plain good. I would recommend it to anyone! "
— Angie, 8/30/2012" This was an excellent book, another one that I had a hard time putting down. It had a few surprises that I wasn't expecting and I like that in a book. It was deeply moving. I learned a lot about the heart, physically and emotionally. "
— Kristine, 7/16/2012" VERY good book about matters of the heart (literally). Great characters (my favorite is optimistic Charlie). Awesome pick for this month's book club! "
— Bridget, 6/11/2012" I loved this book. It mad me want to read all of Charles Martin's books. "
— Mary, 5/20/2012" The first few chapters I was wondering where on earth the author was taking me. A couple different story lines happening, but pretty soon he tied them together that made the book impossible to put down. Loved it. Made me cry too! "
— Lareita, 3/29/2012Charles Martin is a USA Today bestselling author of more than a dozen novels. His work has been translated into numerous languages. Learn more about him at CharlesMartinBooks.com; Facebook: Author.Charles.Martin; Twitter: @storiedcareer.
Adam Verner is a stage, film, television, and voice actor and an Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator. He holds a BS in theater arts from Bradley University and an MFA from Chicago College of the Performing Arts at Roosevelt University.