Stone's Hope
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.42 (796 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 149749429X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 280 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-06-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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. Currently, when Danyce is not writing or involved with children’s ministry, she volunteers her time at the local historical society. She and Jim enjoy hiking and cycling on the Central Coast of California and visiting their son in Texas. After marrying, she and Jim ministered together for ten years in both East and West Africa. About the Author Danyce Gustafson set out for Africa soon after receiving a degree in education and served for ten years as a single Christian missionary
. Danyce Gustafson set out for Africa soon after receiving a degree in education and served for ten years as a single Christian missionary. She and Jim enjoy hiking and cycling on the Central Coast of California and visiting their son in Texas. Currently, when Danyce is not writing or involved with children’s ministry, she volunteers her time at the local historical soci
It was a great read. It brings to life the trials and It was a great read. It brings to life the trials and and hardships of a family in England and their reasons to come to America.. "Impressive offering for first time author Danyce Gustafson that won't disappoint" according to dj. I enjoy historical novels and was completely enthralled by Stone’s Hope. The author does an excellent job of taking us back in time and creating a story based on real family members during a particularly difficult period of England’s history. The characters are believably fleshed out drawing the reader into their lives and struggles, their loves and losses and their faith as they strive for a better future. I will be anxiously awaiting the next book in the series ready to be swept along in their quest as they step out in faith leaving the hardships of the peasant life i. I thought it was a wonderful labor of love that she took in exploring her my Danyce Gustafson is a very gifted writer! I thought it was a wonderful labor of love that she took in exploring her family history and writing a beautifully written book to honor her family. I loved how she brought to life who the family members were and the personal struggles that they faced in England during a very difficult period and in their immigration to America. I was very inspired by their steadfast faith in God during such difficult challenges and receiving His strength to keep pressing on in their life journey. I also loved the hymns that she thoughtfully wrote throughou
While the older one crouches in terror, the younger is captivated by it. When tragedy strikes the family, Richard makes a promise. Years later, at the annual hiring fair, a farmer gives Richard work for one year. As a family faces adversities, they discover the power of friendship and forgiveness and the meaning of true freedom. Destined to a life of poverty, Richard Stone can only dream of becoming a landowner. A mysterious aunt, a plague stone, a crime of poverty, a questionable death. She makes a choice that changes her life and casts her into a role for which she is not prepared. The farmer’s daughter has her own secrets and introspections. Oh to fly free like the bird! However, it is early nineteenth century England and the rural poor have no hope of