"Julia is so realistic it’s not only hard to believe she is a fictional character, but that this is only Nicole Baart’s first novel. After the Leaves Fall is so emotionally gripping and true to life, readers will find it hard to put down and even harder to forget."
Shannon Potelicki, Christian Book Previews
“Baart communicates deep spiritual themes with a light touch, and some scenes, such as Julia and a friend watching cottonwood fluff (“summer snow”) blow over a lake at sundown, are lovely. She also has a knack with characterization, and wise words come from both expected and unexpected places. This is a treat for faith fiction readers, and proves Baart is not just a one-hit wonder.”
Publisher’s Weekly
“It's impossible to merely read this book; every page is to be embraced and experienced through the author's prose and the characters' perspectives. I would say this is Nicole Baart at her best, but with this author, her books keep getting better!”
Joyce Handzo, In the Library Reviews
“This is a terrific character study of three generations of women…”
Harriet Klausner
“Baart's sequel is... beautifully written. The prose will resonate with readers... The author's grasp on the maturity and thought processes of young-adult Julia is stunning...”
Romantic Times Reviews
“The unsurpassed beauty of Nicole's writing creates an ethereal reading experience…”
Rel Mollet, for TitleTrakk
“Nicole Baart takes us into the midst of a family facing hard things and she weaves such a tapestry of poignancy and ache that at times I had to stop to breathe. It's just a matter of time before Baart brings home a Christy award. She masters words and she masters story.”
Kelly Klepfer, for Novel Reviews
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