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A Matter of Providence A Novel of Reckoning and Coming of Age in the Great Depression

A Matter of Providence A Novel of Reckoning and Coming of Age in the Great Depression

When desperate times meet ruthless scoundrels, innocents suffer. Can one boy avenge the destructive deeds of an encroaching underworld and survive?

1930’s, Idaho. Growing up in a large and humble family during the Great Depression, Luke Bennum knows how precarious life can be. He works hard to help his family prevail against widespread hardship. But when an evil interloper moves in and preys on his community, he feels compelled to make a stand. Then tragedy strikes close to home, and the struggle becomes personal.

Gathering uncommon allies and uncovering clues, he discovers a dark path of destruction that brought this evil to his world. His frustration grows as these criminals escape justice at every turn.

Can he find a way to stop their brutal acts without putting his family, even his life, at risk?

A Matter of Providence is a stirring coming of age saga set in a bleak time of America’s past. If you like rousing intrigue, heartwarming tales of courage, and evocative glimpses into history, then you’ll love Gail McGuire’s captivating page-turner.

Buy A Matter of Providence to root for the underdog today!

Published: July 15, 2025

Pages: 352

ISBN: 9798218731311

About the Author

Gail McGuire
Gail McGuire doubted she would ever write a book. She had been an intrepid tomboy, a free-spirited young adult, had outstanding children who produced superb grandchildren, and achieved a successful career in Information Management. A psychic, her friends, and children told her she would write a book. And so, she tried. Now she is the author of five books: a childhood memoir, three novels of supernatural suspense, and a historical fiction novel. Gail was born and raised in Southeast Idaho and has lived in Seattle, WA, Las Vegas, NV, and Santa Fe, NM. Gail currently resides in Las Vegas with her