Masterfully crafted by Kathy Rae, ‘The Jewel of Hope’ calls on young readers to join twelve-year-old Kaleb James on a quest to break the family curse and defeat evil. Kaleb’s secret weapon isn’t his sword, but his biblical obedience that clinches God’s victory and allows him to triumph over any obstacle put in his way. Fusing heart-stopping action with a bold Christian message, Rae hopes to help thousands of people grow closer to their faith and uncover the destiny that the Lord has laid out for them.
Shelley, ID -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/24/2014 -- Everyone has a God-given destiny, although most don’t uncover it until later in life. With fantasy-fiction’s popularity surging at an unstoppable rate, author Kathy Rae has fused both fiction and faith to give youngsters a reading experience that will inspire them to obey God and emerge victorious with their own destiny.
‘The Jewel of Hope’ will have Harry Potter fans of all ages raving, while compelling youngsters to expand their horizons and place their trust and commitment in God’s word.
Synopsis:
Kaleb James is only twelve years old. So why must he be the one chosen to break a family curse? And will he be able to find the hidden jewel that stops a portal of evil from taking over the Northwest? The Jewel of Hope is a captivating story for young readers with a powerful and resonant message about the value of Christianity in their lives.
Five children in the same family have already died at the age of eight years old. The cause is a long-ago curse that has been passed down through generations of the family. Sparked by their grandfather’s hatred of a Wavatee Nation Chief who married his daughter, the oath ensures that children down the line will die, and their spirits will roam Fountain Gorge, Arizona, until statues are erected to imprison them.
Kaleb and his cousin Kate band together to find the hidden jewel that will once and for all break the horrible curse. To do so, however, Kaleb and Kate must overcome every imaginable obstacle. A story of hope that celebrates the glory of God, this inventive, inspiring tale is certain to leave a lasting, positive impression on any young mind.
“Kaleb starts out as a reluctant hero, but quickly comes to learn that after placing his trust in the Lord, He will never let him down. This dilemma runs in parallel to the real lives of millions of teenagers,” explains Rae. “Kaleb comes to know his own destiny and as each step becomes consistently more successful, his faith in God grows.”
Continuing, “It’s important for young people, and for readers of all ages to understand that being obedient to God is the only way to fulfill our destiny. God wants to use anyone who is willing – and that’s the over-riding message in the book. In a society that is becoming worryingly secular, I hope my message will catch the attention of young readers and inspire them to place their faith in the Lord for a lifetime’s guidance. But it’s not just for young people; the message will change the lives of the young, old, rich, poor and even those who have previously shunned any form of Christianity.”
The book has scored a winner with readers, averaging an impressive four stars on Amazon. Tanner comments, “I found that I could not set the book down and in fact, found myself reading for a second time and I am planning to read it again. It captured my interest from the beginning and kept me interested until the end. It was exciting and adventurous. The book was filled with faith hope and kindness. I am having my grandson, granddaughter, and daughter in-law read the book as well. Highly recommend anyone of any age to read this book.”
PJ adds, “We need more books that show the power of God. We need to point our children to God not the world and that is just what this book does. My son is reading this book and we love discussing it. I highly recommend this book.”
Eric Anderson of Clarion Review says, “Full of cryptic prophecy, shadowy characters, and a strong Christian theme, THE JEWEL OF HOPE is an exciting and fast-paced journey for young adult readers. Kathy Rae combines established conventions and creative twists to create a fun and inspiring story.” Four stars rating.
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About Kathy Rae
Author Kathy Rae has owned a business for more than three decades. A writer for most of her life, she has taken a course at the Children’s Institute for Writing and one at The Bestseller Blueprint. The story for The Jewel of Hope fell into her lap during a visit to Fountain Hills, Arizona, and she felt it had to be written after discovering the related statues, structures, and artwork throughout the city. The author lives in a small town in Southeastern Idaho.