An angry neighbor's violent threats, a crop-destroying drought, bitter and unhappy grandparents, and a friend's failing marriage: these are just some of the challenges facing Paul and Susan Maniford and their young daughter Anna as they lovingly welcome a new baby to their family. In "Ripples of a Quiet Trust," Paul and Susan struggle to keep their growing family safe and their small Texas farm going in spite of the drought and the loss of their trusted farm hand, Hobo Steve. Will Susan's friend Ruby give her failing marriage a second chance? Will Anna's hurt and angry grandparents get over the death of their daughter Lila and accept Susan's role as mother in Anna's life? Will Paul be able to protect his family from their angry neighbor's drunken ways and violent threats? This heartwarming sequel to "A Quiet Daughter Speaks" gives us another look into the lives of Paul and Susan Maniford as they work to do the right thing when confronted with the needs of their extended family and community. As Paul and Susan live out their lives with quiet trust in God, we see the ripples of their faith spread God's love to all those around them.