The Essence of Sadie's Dream (Hardcover)

Sadie was born into a world of misfortune and poverty. Her parents were the personification of poor judgment, thoughtlessness, and despicable behavior. Living in the remote mountain wilderness, Sadie had no one to depend on-no one to love her and no friends to play with. She was alone and miserable-and yet she still held onto hope. She held onto hope for a better life, which was why, at the age of eight, Sadie ran away from her cruel parents, into the dark forest to find a new life. Surviving the dangers of wilderness and making a friend in the process-Hoppy, the three-legged dog-Sadie soon finds herself accepted into the home of a new family. Perhaps, in this new home, Sadie will find the love she has hoped for. The Essence of Sadie's Dream is the story of a lonely girl's relentless search for compassion, love, and understanding, born from a world of emotional upheaval. Despite her childhood, she vows to one day be a doctor. She vows to one day be a pillar of her community, while staying humble and devoted to God. In the end, perhaps Sadie will realize life isn't only about the reward, but the journey that brought her there.