Child of Promise (Brides of Culdee Creek, Book 4) [Paperback]

Kathleen Morgan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2002

Kathleen Morgan's books for the general market have earned rave reviews and hooked thousands of romance fans. Her first inspirational series, Brides of Culdee Creek, has proven successful as well. Woman of Grace and Lady of Light each climbed the CBA Marketplace best-selling fiction list. This new release, Child of Promise, is the final book in the series. Beth MacKay, the daughter of Culdee Creek's owner, returns home after completing medical school to take over the aging Doc Childress's practice. Reluctantly, her life and heart become entwined with that of Grand View's Episcopalian priest, Noah Starr. But Noah struggles with his faith and calling since his wife died and his daughter, Emily, was disabled with cerebral palsy due to the difficult birth. When Beth becomes embroiled in a spousal abuse case between two of Noah's parishioners, she encourages the battered woman to leave her husband for her own safety. Noah cautions the woman to try to work things out, and when the abuse ends in tragedy, it's the last straw for the already-doubtful priest. Despondent and shaken, he announces his resignation to the church. Only with Beth's faith and love, and a little help from the community, can Noah find his way back to the life and calling God has always intended for him.

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From the Back Cover

As one chapter of life ends, another begins. Beth MacKay is finally back home at Culdee Creek after five years as a medical student. When she left to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor, she was hopelessly devoted to Noah Starr, the minister of Grand View's parish, and utterly heartbroken at his marriage to someone else. Beth is all grown up now, over her childish crush, and brandishing a fierce determination. But wounds from her childhood have compounded with a fresh hurt that festers deep inside. Noah is widowed now, a single father torn by grief and a growing sense of disillusionment with the pastorate. Noah's and Beth's lives soon become intertwined as they both serve the people of Grand View. But can they use their gifts to heal one another as well? What people are saying about author Kathleen Morgan: "Kathleen Morgan is a phenomenal writer!"--The Talisman "A marvelous storyteller."--Romantic Times "Kathleen Morgan puts a new spin on romance! Her characters are passionate and memorable!"--The Literary Times

About the Author

Kathleen Morgan has written more than fifteen novels for the general trade market. She now focuses her talents on inspirational fiction, creating characters who struggle to redefine their growing faith in everyday life.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Revell; Reprinted edition (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800757610
• ISBN-13: 978-0800757618
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #161,749 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "...To do the will of God and receive what He has promised.", March 24, 2002

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Kay S. Walsh (Harrisonburg, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Child of Promise (Brides of Culdee Creek, Book 4) (Paperback)

FIRST: Although this book is 4th in a series, the story can be appreciated without first reading the other three. (However, the others are excellent also.)

INTRO: Each chapter of "Child of Promise" opens with a scripture, then weaves the story to illustrate the depth of the words that appear simple. In the first chapters, Beth has two great desires - to practice medicine and to become the wife of Noah Starr, the pastor of the local Episcopal church. When Noah marries another, Beth pursues a degree in medicine. Her time studying to be a doctor leaves her bitter, hardened and emotionally scarred. Upon her return home, circumstances put Noah, now widowed, and his disabled daughter in constant contact with Beth.

ANYONE WHO READS THIS BOOK IS IN FOR A SPECIAL BLESSING! While the story line appears to be the typical romance genre, the story is far from shallow, typical, or traditional. Kathleen Morgan, the author, goes past "happy ever after" to the reality of human nature and the relationship of each of us to God, as well as each other.

THEMES: This amazing historical novel addresses "hot topics" such as women in non-traditional careers, dual career families, domestic abuse, disabilities, etc. At the same time, it deals with ageless themes such as love, loss, and anger with God.

This book could be read as a study of church relations for everyone who is a member of the clergy, married to a member of the clergy, a leader in the church, a lay person, avoids church due to the hypocrites who attend or knows someone who goes to church. In other words, this is a must read for all.

Thanks again, Kathleen Morgan, for allowing yourself to be used by God for my benefit.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Child of Promise, September 27, 2010

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Sheryl A. Tipton - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Child of Promise (Brides of Culdee Creek, Book 4) (Paperback)

I've enjoyed reading all of the books by Kathleen Morgan and this was a very good book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars tied it all together nicely!, June 27, 2011

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J. Adams "avidreader" (Portland, Vic, AUSTRALIA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Child of Promise (Brides of Culdee Creek, Book 4) (Kindle Edition)

I have thoroughly enjoyed reading this series, but i was not sad that it was finished - well, not really.....i could have read more and more of this family but this book certainly left me happy knowing the story would have "continued on" - i got good closure! Kathleen Morgan has the uncanny ability to draw her readers in as if they were part of the story themselves, looking from the outside in. I have loved this series and plan to read many more of this author's books. Thanks, Kathleen!

Child of Promise (Brides of Culdee Creek, Book 4)