Wounded Heart in Flight

About the Book

Drawing on the successes of her previous books, this novel by Dr. Murray again echoes the maxim that “art holds up a mirror to life.” Her literary brushstrokes clearly carry the reader through a brilliantly realistic flow of life that each of us can recognize and relate to. Anne R. Murray was born and raised near Atlanta in Marietta, Georgia, to well-educated parents who adhered closely to the Christian ethos typical of natives in that part of the nation. Motivated by the challenges of helping others, Anne became a successful high school teacher there. She increased her skill and ability in the classroom by earning a doctorate degree in education from which she eventually took a well-earned retirement. Like her previous works, this is an easy read that holds the attention while taking one on a roller coaster through life’s turmoil in a hick Midwestern town. The details that she paints make it easy for the reader to identify with the characters, scenes, and situations that make up the challenges for Julia, the story's central character, of American Indian heritage. May you too enjoy the panoramic view of life that “Wounded Heart in Flight” paints as you read the latest work from this delightful author. —vanLee Hughey, Author of “You Could Be at Sea Dance Hosting” and “You’d Be Arrested If You Weren’t on the Dance Floor”

About the Author

Anne R. Murray is a native of Marietta, Georgia, just northeast of Atlanta. Raised in a loving and supportive family with spiritual-filled parents, she is surrounded by those she loves the most among family and friends. The third of four daughters, her spiritual heritage is one that she enjoys and most proud of. Her spiritual gifts are entailed not only in her writings but are present in everyday life. Her creativity and love of nature gives her an artistic flair, one that lives in her writing. Her ability to relate living circumstances into her characters sets her apart from other writers and authors of her time. Dr. Murray’s life is rich in beauty and love of life. She obtained a doctorate in education while teaching high school students full-time. One of her greatest passions is to inspire others and to motivate their growth. Her philosophy in life is to be strong and find strength through the more challenging times. This is Dr. Murray’s fourth published book and her second novel. Other publications include “As The Scarlet Tanager Sings,” “As The Sweet Honey Runs” (Elizabeth A. Philips), and “The Jagged Edge” (Anne R. Murray). She will be combining her poems in a book of poetry, “Gentle Rain of Thoughts,” to be published this fall season.