Threads is an epic historical fiction that begins at a pivotal time in history. World War I has just ended. Germany is becoming a more difficult place to live and prosper. A young farmer, Fletcher makes the difficult decision to leave his homeland and seek new opportunities for his young family in America. German friends have come to Blacksburg, Virginia, and they talk of the coal mining jobs available and the natural beauty of the area. Fletcher frets about leaving his wife and two small children behind and the possibility that he may never again see his parents and brother. There are hardships and painful situations that crop up, testing Fletchers faith and moral fiber. Even the happiness of having his wife and sons finally journey to America is marred by some unfortunate twists of fate, which leave the family battle weary. This is a remarkable story that will span more than a hundred years and two countries and will require multiple books to tell. Watch out for the next exciting book in the Tapestry Series.
