Among the King's Soldiers (The Spirit of Appalachia, Book 3) [Paperback]

Gilbert Morris (Author), Aaron McCarver (Author)

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Publication Date: October 1, 1998

Seth Donovan came to America fighting for the King but soon longs for the freedom he sees in Sara MacNeal. The Spirit of Appalachia Book 3.

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Seth Donovan decides that the best way to revenge his brother's death at the hand of American Revolutionary forces is to spy for the British. To that end, he infiltrates the Williamsburg home of the Martins, who are bringing in arms to help the American patriots. Love for beautiful Sarah MacNeal not only makes him change his mind politically but also brings him closer to God. Regrettably, other romances and more political intrigue tend to overpower the two main plots involving Seth, and the sheer number of characters would probably make this book a difficult read for those not already acquainted with the "Spirit of Appalachia" series (e.g., Beyond the Quiet Hills, Bethany, 1997). Libraries with the first two volumes may want to purchase, but others should be wary.
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About the Author

Gilbert Morris spent ten years as a pastor before becoming Professor of English at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkansas and earning a Ph.D. at the University of Arkansas. During the summers of 1984 and 1985, he did postgraduate work at the University of London. A prolific writer, he has had over 25 scholarly articles and 200 poems published in various periodicals, and over the past years has had more than 180 novels published, including THE HOUSE OF WINLSOW series, LIONS OF JUDAH series and CHENEY DUVALL, M.D. His family includes three grown children, and he and his wife live in Alabama.

Aaron McCarver teaches drama and Christian literature at Wesley College in Florence, Mississippi. His deep interest in Christian fiction and broad knowledge of the Christian market have given him the background for editorial consultation with all the "writing Morrises" as well as other novelists. It was through his editorial relationship with Gilbert Morris that The Spirit of Appalachia series came to life.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers (October 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556618875
• ISBN-13: 978-1556618871
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #746,557 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Gilbert Morris is among today's most popular Christian writers; his books having sold nearly six million copies worldwide. He specializes in historical fiction and won a 2001 Christy Award for the Civil War drama Edge of Honor. Once a pastor and English professor who earned a Ph.D. from the University of Arkansas, Morris lives with his wife in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

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5.0 out of 5 stars You Won't Be Able to Put it Down!!!, May 7, 2002

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This review is from: Among the King's Soldiers (The Spirit of Appalachia, Book 3) (Paperback)

Seth Donavan struggles with the death of his younger brother, Isaac, who was killed during the Battle at Moore's Creek Bridge. After the battle he spends his time fighting small battles with a small band of loyalists. Soon he's employed by Edward Denton to find out where William Martin is hiding weapons he sends to the rebels. But when he's with the Martins he becomes friends with them and his job becomes harder day after day. After an accident William Martin has a heart attack and soon after dies. After the death of William the family travels to Williamsburg to go visit Will Martin's sister Elizabeth.

Jacob Spencer escorts his stepsister, Sarah MacNeal, and her friend, Amanda Taylor, over the mountains to Williamsburg. Part of the reason for the trip is to hopefully help Sarah recover from losing of a close friend, Philip Baxter. While in Williamsburg they stay with Jacob's grandparents, James and Esther Spencer. Jacob soon meets up with Annabelle Denton, an old flame from the past. When Jacob sees Annabelle the feelings that he used to have for her are stirred once again.

In Williamsburg, Sarah meets her uncle Will Martin again and learns of her grandfather's death. Sarah meets Seth, her aunt, Rehekah, her cousins, David and Eve, her grandmother, Anne Martin, and Rebekah's grandmother, Martha. All the Martins, Seth, and Martha stay with James and Esther too. Sarah, Jacob, and Amanda are invited to a dinner party at the Denton's home and Seth goes along and that's when Seth realizes that Annabelle's father is Edward Denton his employer. Annabelle does something a few days after the dining party that gets Amanda mad at Jacob for a while. At his birthday party Jacob picks between Amanda and Annabelle. After the party they find out more about Seth than they ever wanted to know.

Will Martin and his family along with Seth move to Watauga when Jacob, Sarah, and Amanda go home. Sarah struggles with her feelings for two men and to let her heart love. Seth struggles with his feelings for Sarah and the God whom he's hated since letting his brother die.

What will happen to the MacNeals', Spencers', and Seth during the Battle of King's Men against Tories and Indians?

I suggest any of The Spirit of Appalachia books. They're a wonderful mix of love, history, suspense, and Christianity. Gilbert Morris and Aaron McCarver make a wonderful writing team and can spin plots wonderfully.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, September 25, 2006

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This is the best book of the series, however, the reader should read the previous two books to fully understand all the details of this book. The struggles of each of the main characters is realistic and the tale is full of intrique and unexpected turns. Great book which I would highly recommend.