From the coal mines of western Pennsylvania to the cranberry bogs of central Wisconsin, Fred's Destiny intersects Potawatomi Indians, the Moravian Church, Socialism, and two World Wars. An immigrant to America from Sweden, Fred Anderson is jilted by the girl of his dreams only to discover God has someone else in mind to be his life partner-Edna Marie. You'll be inspired as you read about their fascinating and unpredictable journey. At various times Fred is called a romantic, a lover of poetry, a drunk, a folk hero, and a generous man with an open heart. He pursues two occupations: coal mining and farming. His destiny ultimately comes into focus as his love of family, a rekindled faith in God, and a revolutionary technique for harvesting cranberries converge to have a significant impact in the world.
Mohamed, a Sunni Muslim, grows up in Syria under the Assad regime, never knowing from one day to the next if he will survive. Immigrating to the United States to study medicine in 1995, he embraces freedom with a passion. He finds the love of his life, builds a successful medical practice, and becomes a U.S. citizen in 2007. Along the way, he exchanges views with Christian friends about their respective beliefs concerning God, Jesus, Israel, Syria, and terrorism. When the Syrian revolution erupts in 2011, Mohamed is compelled to assist the Free Syrian Army. His medical missions into hostile territory save many lives, but not without a tragic loss. A moving novel that will challenge your opinions about the Middle East, immigration, Islam, and Christianity.
