Dire Circumstances - The War is the second book of a three part series that follows a small town Oklahoma family as they deal with many of the issues involved in the tumultuous 1930's and 1940's. The first book, Dire Circumstances - The Great Depression covers the disastrous financial turmoil of the 1930's. It is available from smashwords.com and other ebook distributors.

Having survived the catastrophe of the Great Depression, the Pearson family is now faced with the challenges of World War II. The youngest son, Joe, eagerly goes off to join the Army. The eldest son, Tom, manages to complete college before joining the Army Air Corps. As the parents worry about the fate of their two sons, they contribute to the war effort by helping build airplanes. The uncertainty of war creates high anxiety all around.

Book three, Dire Circumstances - The Aftermath will be released later in 2020.