When Crickets Cry Deluxe Edition (A Novel of the Heart) - Charles Martin

New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin's beloved When Crickets Cry (with over 575,000 copies sold) is now available in a beautifully crafted deluxe collector's edition—created for longtime fans and readers discovering this unforgettable story for the first time. Featuring sprayed edges, a shimmering redesigned cover, custom endpapers, an author-signature stamp, and exclusive bonus content, this keepsake edition is a must have.The moving story of a heart surgeon who's hiding his own heart, a little girl whose heart won't last much longer, and a shared journey toward healing for both of them--for fans looking for the emotional depth of Fredrik Backman and the Southern atmosphere of Delia Owens.It begins on the shaded town square in a sleepy Southern town. A spirited seven-year-old has a brisk business at her lemonade stand. But the little girl's pretty yellow dress can't quite hide the ugly scar on her chest.Her latest customer, a bearded stranger, drains his cup and heads to his car, his mind on a boat he's restoring at a nearby lake. The stranger understands more about the scar than he wants to admit. And the beat-up bread truck careening around the corner with its radio blaring is about to change the trajectory of both their lives.Before it's over, they'll both know there are painful reasons why crickets cry . . . and that miracles lurk around unexpected corners.With its beautiful, lyrical writing, engaging characters who stick with you, and a storyline that will touch your own heart, it's no wonder why so many readers adore When Crickets Cry.This Special Deluxe Edition Includes:Shimmering redesigned coverCustom-designed endpapersSprayed edges for a curated personal library collectionAuthor-signature stamp on the caseNew author note reflecting on the novel's originsExpanded book club discussion guideExclusive QR-access video message from Charles MartinWhether displayed on a bookshelf, shared with a fellow reader, or revisited year after year, this deluxe edition offers a beautiful way to experience one of Charles Martin's most enduring novels.A Southern Living Book of the Month Selection | "If you read any book this year, this is the one." --Coffee Time Romance | "Charming characters and twists that keep the pages turning." --Southern Living