To Begin Again A new Catalpa Creek story with a historical twist Sequel to Fireweed It's been almost three years since the accident and Serena's death. Widower, Steve Grenville and his seventeen-year-old daughter, Renée are beginning again. The residents of Catalpa Creek, have left the Grenville's tragedy behind and returned to their illusion of security and peace. When a refugee family from Syria arrives in town, buried feelings of anger and violence erupt. Renée's discovery of an ancient diary pushes both her and her Dad to see today's problems in a new light. The promise of a new relationship for Steve brings him joy and frustration. Renée fears losing her Dad and she's determined that her Mom will not be forgotten. Change is never easy. Will their faith give Steve and Renée the strength and courage to live through both unexpected tragedy and joy? Welcome back to Catalpa Creek. To Begin Again is an intriguing story of laughter and tears. As you read, you will be nudged to consider your own response to events and people in today's world. Does faith make a difference? A great Book Club choice, Janet Stobie has included discussion questions as well as some factual details of Nana Sinclair's life as a British child immigrant in the early 1900's.