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Rain #2
Abundant Rain
Elizabeth Underwood. Bold. Vivacious. Confident. Her life was about to be turned upside down.
As far as Elizabeth was concerned, the Underwoods were the poster family for God’s blessings. She had two beautiful children and an elegant home. Her husband was the CEO of his own technical consulting firm and he truly loved her.
But when the storms of life interrupt Elizabeth’s world, will she become entangled in her struggles or will she rest in the promises of God?
As far as Elizabeth was concerned, the Underwoods were the poster family for God’s blessings. She had two beautiful children and an elegant home. Her husband was the CEO of his own technical consulting firm and he truly loved her.
But when the storms of life interrupt Elizabeth’s world, will she become entangled in her struggles or will she rest in the promises of God?
256 pages, Paperback
First published March 3, 2004
About the author
Vanessa Miller
102 books992 followersVanessa Miller is a USA Today bestselling author, whose prolific body of work spans over 50 titles that explore deep themes of redemption, resilience, and faith—often spotlighting strong Black women in pivotal moments of history.
Miller’s book, The American Queen won the prestigious Christy Award, the Audie Award and was the 2024 American Fiction Award winner for Historical Fiction. The American Queen was a North Carolina Reads pick for 2025 and an Alamance Countywide read for 2026 and Our State Magazine book club pick for February 2026.
Her novel, The Filling Station won the Oklahoma Book Award for fiction and was named one of Booklist’s Top Ten Historical Fictions of 2026. One of Library Journal’s Best Books of 2025 and A Booklist Editor’s Pick. It is a Positively Charlotte book club pick, an Oklahoma County Big Read and was an instant USA Today Bestseller.
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The American Queen has been featured in GMA, Washington Post and Essence Magazine roundups. The Ladies Hall has been featured in People Magazine as a cover reveal.
“Stirring… quintessential story of brave people fighting for what they know they
deserve.” [The American Queen]—Washington Post.
“This powerful story must be told and retold.” [The American Queen] –GMA.
“Miller captivates with a propulsive historical based on a true story.” –Publishers Weekly.
“A novel that should be required reading.” [The Filling Station] -Library Journal starred review.
“Absolutely Worthy.” - Booklist
Vanessa also wears the hats of playwright, motivational speaker and retreat host, channeling her storytelling gift across multiple creative platforms. She is currently published through HarperCollins/Thomas Nelson. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and family. She graduated from Capital University with a degree in Organizational Communication and is currently in a MFA program at Queens University, graduating in 2027.
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Miller’s book, The American Queen won the prestigious Christy Award, the Audie Award and was the 2024 American Fiction Award winner for Historical Fiction. The American Queen was a North Carolina Reads pick for 2025 and an Alamance Countywide read for 2026 and Our State Magazine book club pick for February 2026.
Her novel, The Filling Station won the Oklahoma Book Award for fiction and was named one of Booklist’s Top Ten Historical Fictions of 2026. One of Library Journal’s Best Books of 2025 and A Booklist Editor’s Pick. It is a Positively Charlotte book club pick, an Oklahoma County Big Read and was an instant USA Today Bestseller.
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The American Queen has been featured in GMA, Washington Post and Essence Magazine roundups. The Ladies Hall has been featured in People Magazine as a cover reveal.
“Stirring… quintessential story of brave people fighting for what they know they
deserve.” [The American Queen]—Washington Post.
“This powerful story must be told and retold.” [The American Queen] –GMA.
“Miller captivates with a propulsive historical based on a true story.” –Publishers Weekly.
“A novel that should be required reading.” [The Filling Station] -Library Journal starred review.
“Absolutely Worthy.” - Booklist
Vanessa also wears the hats of playwright, motivational speaker and retreat host, channeling her storytelling gift across multiple creative platforms. She is currently published through HarperCollins/Thomas Nelson. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and family. She graduated from Capital University with a degree in Organizational Communication and is currently in a MFA program at Queens University, graduating in 2027.
www.vanessamiller.com
Don’t forget to join my mailing list:
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March 12, 2017
Incredible...... Inspirational
Yes. Yes. Yes. Real life issues with real life scriptures. Not overwhelming. Inspiring to both the unbelievers & believers. Well written. Great characters. Thank you for the real life components
Yes. Yes. Yes. Real life issues with real life scriptures. Not overwhelming. Inspiring to both the unbelievers & believers. Well written. Great characters. Thank you for the real life components
November 16, 2017
Another good one! I didn't know how this one was going to be but again very realistic and brought about some things I never thought about. I can tell that I will love this series. It is such a smooth ride. Enough drama to keep you reading but nothing that will make you have to take a break from the book and go lay down lol. Also so very good word in here!
June 24, 2019
Read this book in 2 days. Kept me in suspense the entire time. I was glad to see Kenneth and Elizabeth rekindle their marriage. Nothing is sustainable without God. Without him there marriage would have suffered like so many today. There were so many relevant points like praying consistently. There is power in prayer and how we must fight on our knees. A definite reread.
March 18, 2017
Great book
I loved this book. I really felt the Lord speak to me while reading the book and I could really identify with the characters
I loved this book. I really felt the Lord speak to me while reading the book and I could really identify with the characters
August 9, 2015
I am really enjoying the Rain series. I. The 2nd installment, Abundant Rain; we see The Lord working in the marriage of Kenneth and Elizabeth. We see first hand how Satan comes to seek kill and destroy, but God! The Rain series is Fire!!!!
September 4, 2015
Excellent message of God's redemptive power and restoration. I really enjoyed this one in the Rain Series! Great job Vanessa Miller, sorry I slept on this series so long! I will be reading Latter Rain next; Isaak's & Nina's story should be very good!
September 17, 2010
This was hard for me to get into.
March 14, 2013
Loved it!
December 4, 2015
Really good fictionalized account of what spiritual warfare looks like...
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October 16, 2013Excellent
November 4, 2014
Truly loved this book! read the whole series
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