Jean Hackensmith, Author
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Jacob made Rebecca a promise 14 years ago--one that he's determined to keep.
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A Note from Jean
I have had many readers ask for a 4th book in The Promise Saga and, after thinking about it--wracking my brain actually for days--I simply cannot come up with an idea. I would either have to write a story that falls somewhere in the middle of the family saga, which would just get confusing, or tack on another after "Matt's Story," which would take us into the Korean War--and I really don't want to write a war story. It also brings us too close to modern times for my liking.
So, since my readers DID seem to like the Oklahoma and Dust Bowl setting, I have decided to write another story set during the years leading UP to the Dust Bowl. That way, if the book goes over well, there will plenty of room for sequels.
I hope this meets with my readers approval and that you all understand that, regrettably, "The Promise" Saga has to remain complete.
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What Am I Working On Now?
I just wanted to give you all a head's up on where I'm at in The Wilderness Saga. Truthfully, I've set it aside to work on another book set prior to the Dust Bowl period, since people seemed to like that era so much in The Promise. If it goes over well, it will also turn into a series that will take the reader through the events leading up to the Dust Bowl, as well as going more indepth into the Dust Bowl period itself.
I'm calling the book "Seeds Of Hope" and, just to give you a little taste, I'm including the blurb below. Ingrid is also working on the cover, so when she finishes, I'll post that as well.
I'm about 100 pages in to "Seeds Of Hope" and anticipate being done with it by the end of the summer. I will then go back to Book Nine in "The Wilderness Saga".
Following is the blurb for "Seeds Of Hope". Enjoy!
In 1891, tragedy strikes a humble coal-mining family in Pennsylvania when a beloved family member is lost in a devastating accident. Overwhelmed by grief and poverty, they make a daring decision: to leave behind the coal mines and seek a fresh start on the vast plains of the Oklahoma Panhandle. Guided by hope and resilience, they claim 160 acres of land granted by the Homestead Act, determined to forge a new life through farming.
As seasons shift—bringing droughts, scorching heat, fierce blizzards, and relentless dust storms—the family’s unwavering spirit is put to the test. Their struggle to tame the unforgiving frontier is complicated when a "Sooner" lays claim to the Adamsson land, sparking tension and conflict. Amidst these hardships, the family must navigate not only the brutal elements and their own fears but also the threat of losing their rightful claim.
The Adammson’s story is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the relentless pursuit of dreams amid adversity, setting the stage for the tumultuous era that will someday become known as the Dust Bowl.
Jean Hackensmith
I have been writing since the age of twenty. (That’s 47 years and, yes, I’m disclosing my age.) I am the proud mother of three and grandmother to four wonderful grandchildren. After losing who I thought was the love of my life, my late husband Ron, in November of 2011, I met Rick. So, it is definitely possible to have more than one "love of your life." Rick and I were married in July of 2018 and are still going strong today. He is my soulmate, my confidant, and my biggest fan. He has read every book I have ever written (even the romances!) Next to writing, my second passion is live theater. I founded a local community theater group back in 1992 and directed upwards of 40 shows, including three that Id authored. I also appeared on stage a few times, portraying Anna in The King and I and Miss Hannigan in Annie. I am sad to say that the theater group dropped its final curtain in 2008, but those 16 years will always hold some of my fondest memories. I moved from Superior 15 years ago, seeking the serenity of country living. I also wanted to get away from the natural air conditioning provided by Lake Superior. We moved only 50 miles south, but the temperature can vary by 20-30 degrees. I guess I’m a country girl at heart. I simply love this area, and am lucky to, once again, have someone to share its beauty. I love the solitude, the picturesque beauty of the sun rising over the water, the strangely calming effect of watching a deer graze outside your kitchen window. Never again, will I live in the city. I am an author, after all, and what better place to be inspired than in God’s own back yard.
