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"...I read each [of your books] in one day, Thursday and Friday, while lying
in bed recuperating from minor surgery. I was so VERY blessed. Your manner
of incorporating scripture was so unique and the applications of the
scriptures were insightful. Light Bird's Song particularly ministered to me
regarding my own marriage. I am going to reread both books, slowly this
time, looking up the scripture references and meditating on them as I go.
The timing of my reading these books was clearly God's sovereign hand. He
is so GOOD!" Angie, TX
A River too Deep is a delightful book that will keep the reader attention and interest. Alcy's captivating story flows well throughout the book, making the reader wonder consistently what's going to happen next. The setting of the book is the year 1817. The author portrays this time period beautifully, making the reader feel as though they are present in that place with Alcy, feeling her emotions and thinking her thoughts. The development of characters is so magnificently done that the reader cannot help but form a relationship with them.
Your books came at such a right time, though. My husband will be loosing his job soon and I know that I will need to completely trust in God to get us through this. I know these books were put in my possession to give comfort and confirmation that God IS in control of everything. Thank you so much for writing these books. Jen, FL
“
A River Too Deep captured me with the very first paragraph.
Alcy’s story is exciting, inspiring and challenging. Her brave
yet gentle heart is truly beautiful, and her character is one to be
emulated by women of all ages. Most precious of all is the
intimate relationship Alcy develops with her Lord Jesus in the midst
of danger and uncertainty. She hides His Word in her heart and
clings to the promises it holds. In great leaps of faith she
willingly lays her life on the alter for the glory of God.
How
refreshing to read a Christian novel so well-written that is also a
page-turner! Taking place from 1817-1837, Alcy, the main character, is
authentic and transparent as she struggles to see God's hand in
circumstances she would never have chosen for herself. I so appreciate
the picture the author paints of life within a Native American tribe.
This is historical fiction at its best. They thought they were
capturing a young white woman, but Jesus was using her to capture
their hearts for Him. I was very impressed with the way the author
portrayed the evangelization of this people as God met them and loved
them where they were while at the same time giving them the grace to
examine their lives through His truth. The book is believable but
unpredictable so that you can't put it down. I am grateful for the
places I went and people I met through A River Too Deep.
--Reviewed by C. Fonda for
Amazon
"I received a copy...of your wonderful book and have passed it around to EVERYONE! All those everyones love it and are anxiously awaiting the sequel. The fabulous ethos of your story was her inner growth as a lover, hearer and do-er of God's inner voice that was consistent with His Word. That experience of walking inside of her spirit as she walked out the events of her life was what made the novel such a pleasurable and spiritually uplifting read for all of us. It took us above the genre of "Christian Romance Novel" into something vastly more mature and satisfying." Lesley, Poriya Elite, Israel.
“It has mystery, history, romance and inspiration; I could hardly put it down!” Donna, FL
"My name is Tehilah. I wanted to commend you on a book well written. I started reading it at 10:00 in the evening, hoping it would put me to sleep, and ended up staying up until 3:00 to finish it. I have since read it three times." Tehilah, Poriya Elite, Israel
“Oh my goodness; this is awesome!” Rebecca, NC
"This story has significantly influenced the way I look at my circumstances and ministered to
me right through to the very last sentence.” Jessica, MN
"I loved the way you used words to paint a picture. It did not matter that she lived in the
1800's, I could relate to all of her feelings and
struggles. I felt like I was right there. Her inner
dialogue about trying to live in a manner that would honor God was great. I have never read
a book like this." Sue, VA
I
read it in a day as I could not put it down!!" Debbie, New Zealand
"I just wanted to tell you I read your book in 2 days and really really loved it!! It was
wonderful. You made it feel like I knew the characters. How they looked. It was so
inspirational.
Reliance on God and his will for your life was so prominent. I loved IT!!!"
Judy, FL
"God really spoke to me through this book," Lavonna, FL
"I fell in love with the characters, the story, and how well [the author] intertwined the Gospel
of Christ's love and His Word all through the pages," Karen, PA
“I can already see that this story will be ending too soon for me,” Charmin, TX
I thought the life lessons on trust and obedience were wonderful, and very timely! The main
character shows us how a woman of God can get through the toughest, and seemingly,
impossible of circumstances as she keeps her eyes on Him and conducts herself according to
the Word. It is a beautiful and inspiring story! Angela, FL
"Thank you for this valuable, beautifully written, hard to put down masterpiece. I enjoyed
every page!" Teresa, FL
"Your book got my attention from the start and kept it throughout. It was a book I hated to
put down. It has challenged me afresh to know God is in every circumstance and to wholly
trust Him in it," Esther, PA
“Wonderfully portrayed. I’m still breathing heavy from the drama,” Allison, VA
"I wanted you to know that [my husband] brought your book back [from America] for me in
May and I finished it a short time ago. I loved the cross cultural message you so deftly
communicated and the power of clinging to God's word in EVERY circumstance. Anyway,
thank you for blessing my life by taking me to another world and another time to see God's
character and His faithfulness in yet another dimension. May God richly bless your efforts
and prosper them! Let me know when the next book is finished!" Shawna, UK
"I devoured it!! Read 19 chapters Saturday and finished it up on Sunday!!" Anonymous, FL
“I thought about the characters all day,” Mary, VA
“I’m on the edge of my seat! ” Jen, FL
"I have to tell you the impact "A River Too Deep" has had on my daily life. I have always
struggled with listening to God. I pray about something and want an answer right away. I
find it hard to be sure I am listening to what God wants for me...I have tried to be more like
[Alcy] and be patient knowing that God will answer when the time is right. I have found
inspiration through her." Anonymous, VA
“Adore the way her faith is woven into her thoughts,” Esther, VA
“I have had a hard time containing the emotions I feel after reading this book. My heart has
been drawn closer to my husband,” Debbie, FL
"The characters are so real" Catherine, FL
"I absolutely love the way [the characters are] written with so many facets,” Heather, TX
"My
favorite line in the book is: 'As we look back at our lives, we may or
may not see
anything we consider great the Lord has
accomplished through us because our perspective is
not His.'
Thank you for deepening my realization that God is always in
control!" Krys, FL
“I’m already anxious for the sequel!” Wilma, FL
When I first sat down to read this book, I'll admit, my mind did wander. Yes, I said wander. Unfortunately, with moving and the other complications of daily life, I'd not had much time to read lately. So it was difficult for me to sit down and read, not just this book, but altogether.
But as I sat in my car at lunch one day, reading with the windows rolled down, and the (finally) cooler temperatures of the 80's breezing through, I was swept away into a wonderful story I never imagined I'd come upon.
See, I'm usually not one for period work. I like modern day mysteries, fiction, and action novels much more than any other works. Something fast paced with terms and areas I recognize, for it makes the reading that much easier and faster.
But as I delved deeper into the lives of Preying Eagle, Eyes-Like-Water and Hides-in-Shadows I was pleasantly transported into a story old in time, but so fresh and new. Alcy Callen has no idea that her life will not turn out like she planned. And when one horrible event occurs and she is convinced it could become no worse, her circumstance change so drastically, she is sure it is the end for her. And in a sense, she's right. It is the end for Alcy Callen. But it is also the beginning of so much more.
Reading this book reminded me of why it is I love to read. And why reading on your lunch hour is not the smartest thing, at least for me. As my hour came to a close, I dreaded the closing of the book. For while I knew that the characters would be waiting patiently for me when I opened it again, my mind simply did not want to return to the year 2008 or the work that awaited me at my desk.
I'd like to personally thank Sydney for this wonderfully delightful journey. It did indeed bless my heart.
sydney...God is using this book...alcy..preying eagle..to awaken me, heal...love...
"Sydney, I have had A River Too Deep for a couple months but never got around to reading it. The first night I started reading I couldn’t put the book down. I would read for two hours straight till I couldn’t hold my eyes open anymore. I was reading till 12 and 1am. I would read during my 15min breaks at work and my 30min lunch. The same thing happened, a week later, when I read Light Bird’s Song which I just finished today. I actually feel disappointed that the books are done. I had grown such an attachment to the characters like they were real." Jennifer D. Clearwater
Christy’s Book Review, www.HeartbeatTheMagazine.com
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