A Hundred Crickets Singing

I'm curious about how Cathy Gohlke chose to weave faith into the historical events. Was there a particular message she wanted to convey through this setting?

The characters’ spiritual journeys felt very genuine, but I wondered if others found their faith inspiring or challenging during their own reading.

The historical backdrop felt vivid without overwhelming the story — I wonder if that was a deliberate choice to keep the focus on personal growth.