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September 17th, 2007

Inspiring Novel Demonstrates Power of Hope Against Lifetime of Adversity

In Donna Kendall's debut novel, "Sailing on an Ocean of Tears," three very different women, linked by friendship and fate, share their lives and misfortunes with one another and help each other fulfill the joys of their lifelong dreams.

Springfield, VA (PRWEB) September 17, 2007 -- Although the old adage "suffering is universal" certainly rings true, Donna Kendall's premiere book, Sailing on an Ocean of Tears (ISBN 9781591460879, Crystal Dreams Publishing) reveals that the universal bonds of faith, hope and love are much stronger than any hardships life can bestow.

Sailing on an Ocean of Tears tells the heartwarming story of three diverse women, whose paths become intimately intertwined one rainy evening, when Isabella, a vibrant Italian immigrant in New York City, stumbles upon an elderly American homeless woman, named Ruth, seeking shelter from the storm. The two women soon become unlikely friends and in the course of their rapport they discover a kinship to each other and to a mutual acquaintance named Bridget, a caring mother from Ireland.

Isabella, Ruth and Bridget have all coped with substantial pitfalls over the years, and as their friendship grows, they share their tribulations and life dreams with one another. Isabella's family business is struggling and her deep compassion for others in need is leading her away from her own chances for happiness. Ruth was born into a life of poverty and alcoholism, and despite her attempts to overcome her dysfunctional childhood she discovers that even well intended decisions can lead down the wrong path. Bridget is desperate to find opportunity and love in a new place, but is forced to decide between her childhood love and her own children.

Through the deep bonds built by friendship, Isabella, Ruth and Bridget rediscover self-confidence in and hope for their futures. Sailing on an Ocean of Tears speaks to the power of faith--believing that something good is waiting at the end of a long and hard journey. Together, Isabella, Ruth and Bridget are able to finally understand what their own hearts have long desired and realize that they each need to make life-changing decisions. The uplifting climax of Sailing on an Ocean of Tears proves that friendship, fate and love truly do conquer all, as each woman discovers a personal truth that finally allows her to achieve her destiny and the joys of living her life long dream.

About the Author
Donna Kendall resides in Springfield, Virginia with her husband and two children. Born to immigrant parents, Kendall has spent 20 years as a teacher and advocate for literacy as a result of her own childhood experiences struggling with English as a second language. Sailing on an Ocean of Tears is her first novel.

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