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9 kirjaa tekijältä Alan W Harris
Fans of Tales of Larkin: Hawthorn's Discovery have long awaited this prequel to the action-packed story about the inch-tall warriors of the deep woods. In Alan Harris' first book, the reader is introduced to the Larkin, tiny forest people who must daily face the dangers of spiders, ants, lizards (which they call dragons), wasps, serpents, birds, frogs, and weasels, as well as having to constantly be alert for attacks from their mortal enemies, the Renegades.This second book in the series reveals the exciting history of these determined, resourceful people. Tales of Larkin: Larkin's Journal is the story of Larkin, son of Ramus, who will eventually become the patriarch of all of the Larkin tribes. From an early age Larkin finds his life filled with adventure, danger, and intrigue.Packed with more unforgettable and inspiring characters as well as fast-paced action and mystery, Larkin's Journal is a page-turner that is fun for the whole family. Fans of the first book will finally have their questions answered: From where did the Larkin people come? How did these inch-tall people in the woods ever hear about the Maker and His Son, Jehesus? And lastly, will their faith carry them through the trials of treachery, exile, and a pilgrimage to a new world?
Fast-paced action, laugh-out-loud antics, and engaging characters typify Alan Harris' Tales of Larkin series. The Larkin, a one-inch-tall race of woodland people, daily face the dangers of serpents, spiders, lizards, ants, toads, weasels, and hungry birds as well as their mortal enemies, the Renegades. In Book One of the saga, Hawthorn's Discovery, a sophisticated third culture is discovered to be working behind the scenes to protect and serve both peoples. Larkin's Journal, Book Two of the series, explains the origin and past history of this clash of miniature worlds. Now in Book Three, The Great Gathering, Harris picks up the story two years later with all the exciting action, humor, and spiritual depth readers have come to expect from all his tales. Fans will be excited to renew their old friendships with some of their favorite characters from Hawthorn's Discovery.Hawthorn, Rush, Jay, and the others have returned to their clan to try to secretly serve their new King. They gratefully maintain contact with their Makerian friends Eldan and Tobin while discovering that following Jehesus sometimes means being stretched to the very limits of their abilities. When Hawthorn and his friends are recruited by the Makerians as part of a covert plan to bring the Maker's love to all the Larkin clans, they soon also learn that following the King can exact a high cost.As is typical with all of Harris' stories, this book starts with a rush, and the gripping adventure continues throughout. Not only will the reader learn more fun and fascinating things about the Larkin and the Makerian people, but they are also introduced to a new cast of unforgettable characters. If you liked the first two books, rest assured you will love this one as well
Book four in the Tales of Larkin saga is a story from the Larkin's history. The Larkin are a one-inch-tall race of woodland people who must daily face the dangers of spiders, lizards, toads, predator insects as well as savage attacks by their mortal enemies, the Renegades. As we did in book two, Larkin's Journal, we will once again join Elder Micah's history class as he tells his students the exciting narrative of Princess Belladonna's journal. To keep his students on the edge of their seats, Micah weaves Belladonna's story with that of Mosstar, son of Cragmore, the great tree laird from the fifth Larkin clan. Not only must both of them survive frequent life-threatening dangers from the natural world around them, but they must also face the Maker's truth about their own lives. But unknown to both of them is a diabolical plot to destroy them both and forever change the future of the Larkin People.As you have come to expect with all of Harris' stories, there is more than enough exciting adventures as well as fun and engaging characters in this book to keep even the most reluctant reader eagerly turning pages.Book four in the Tales of Larkin saga is a story from the Larkin's history. The Larkin are a one-inch-tall race of woodland people who must daily face the dangers of spiders, lizards, toads, predator insects as well as savage attacks by their mortal enemies, the Renegades. As we did in book two, Larkin's Journal, we will once again join Elder Micah's history class as he tells his students the exciting narrative of Princess Belladonna's journal. To keep his students on the edge of their seats, Micah weaves Belladonna's story with that of Mosstar, son of Cragmore, the great tree laird from the fifth Larkin clan. Not only must both of them survive frequent life-threatening dangers from the natural world around them, but they must also face the Maker's truth about their own lives. But unknown to both of them is a diabolical plot to destroy them both and forever change the future of the Larkin People.As you have come to expect with all of Harris' stories, there is more than enough exciting adventures as well as fun and engaging characters in this book to keep even the most reluctant reader eagerly turning pages.Book four in the Tales of Larkin saga is a story from the Larkin's history. The Larkin are a one-inch-tall race of woodland people who must daily face the dangers of spiders, lizards, toads, predator insects as well as savage attacks by their mortal enemies, the Renegades. As we did in book two, Larkin's Journal, we will once again join Elder Micah's history class as he tells his students the exciting narrative of Princess Belladonna's journal. To keep his students on the edge of their seats, Micah weaves Belladonna's story with that of Mosstar, son of Cragmore, the great tree laird from the fifth Larkin clan. Not only must both of them survive frequent life-threatening dangers from the natural world around them, but they must also face the Maker's truth about their own lives. But unknown to both of them is a diabolical plot to destroy them both and forever change the future of the Larkin People.As you have come to expect with all of Harris' stories, there is more than enough exciting adventures as well as fun and engaging characters in this book to keep even the most reluctant reader eagerly turning pages.
This fast-paced adventure of inch-tall woodland warriors is a continuation of the story of Hawthorn the Larkin and his friends. This exciting story is gripping, heart-warming, hilarious and satisfying. Full of adventure, delightfully fun characters, and life-changing truths this book will keep you turning pages all the way to the end.
William Hackett, a youth with a troubled past, is in for the adventure of his life. Along with his family, friends, and neighbors, he is a part of a group of pioneers trying to start a new life in the wilderness of Kentucky in the 1770's. Aside from dealing with his deep emotional wounds, Will and his friends are confronted with a life of constant trial, hardship, and peril as they seek to survive the dangers of the Kentucky wilds, as well as the threat of savage enemy warriors. While the fierce War for Independence is being waged back East, treacherous British agents stir the Indian tribes to rise up and annihilate the small outpost of unsuspecting pioneers. God has put William in a unique position to help, but what can he do against a thousand bloodthirsty fighters? Full of adventure and excitement, this story demonstrates God's faithfulness to us, whether the battles we face are against physical enemies or spiritual ones. Probing discussion questions in the appendix equip parents and teachers to challenge readers with life-changing character and spiritual lessons found in the story.
The Maker's Medicine Girl is the second book in THE FLINTLOCK SAGAS series. Terrors and dangers filled the Kentucky wilderness in the 1770's, and no one knew this better than sixteen-year-old Remember Warren. After her village was burned and her family and friends were violently murdered by savages, the girl finds herself the slave of a renegade trapper and his Shawnee squaw. Bitter and resentful, Ember rejects God as she tries to find a way to survive the oppressive captivity. Though she doesn't believe it, God has not forsaken her. He begins to work on her hard heart, using creative ways to reveal Himself to her and to show His love to her and to those around her. Can Ember look beyond the hardship? Will she listen for God's higher purpose for all her suffering? Could God redeem such horrible experiences? The story reaches its climax as Ember is forced to make a desperate run for her life that will put her new faith to the extreme test.
The Dancing Ghosts is a frontier adventure story set during the Revolutionary War period. Written to appeal to teens and young adults, this exciting story follows the courageous settlers in the Kentucky Territory as they face the everyday dangers of trying to carve an existence out of the unforgiving wilderness, as well as the life threatening risks of being constantly surrounded by enemies.The late 1770s was a unique period of turmoil and uncertainty in America. While great battles for independence were being fought in the East, the Western frontier was in the middle of its own dangerous conflicts. One of these encounters began innocently as three friends searched the forest for medicinal herbs. On their way home, they discovered a party of ghost-like figures doing a strange dance among the trees. When word got back to Larkinboro, scouts were sent out to identify what threats these white warriors might pose to the safety of the settlers. But the more that is discovered, the more ominous the danger becomes. Eventually Will Hackett and his friends, Asa Whitlock, Dirt Gurley, and Ember Warren, must risk their lives in a desperate effort to save their families and friends. The terrifying situation even threatens to destroy General George Rogers Clark's vastly outnumbered army.From the first chapter to the last, the excitement never lets up as the reader delves deeper into this thrilling story of the Kentucky frontier. With adventure, humor, and unforgettable characters, this stirring tale of the American wilderness reveals the faithfulness of God, as well as the value of good character.