Coldwater Revival [Paperback]

Nancy Jo Jenkins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 21, 2006

One of Emma Grace Falin's six-year-old twin brothers died while in her care, sending her on a journey that will take her through the dark valley of guilt, sorrow, depression, and anger.

Although she rejects Him, God continues to offer restoration and healing into her troubled life.

Nancy Jo Jenkins has woven an unforgettable tale of shattering loss, desperate grief and despair, and one family's amazing journey to restoration and forgiveness. A masterful debut, Coldwater Revival will forever be etched in your memories and upon your heart.

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About the Author

Nancy Jo Jenkins is a Texan, born and bred, but descends from a large Irish family who love "rowdy get-togethers." A schoolteacher for many years, Nancy has taught special education and accelerated student classes in Austin, where she is heavily involved in the public school system. She is also an active church member who has served as Sunday school teacher and pianist, and has directed many Vacation Bible School programs over the years.

An avid reader as well as writer, Nancy Jo is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, and is a past member of American Christian Writers Association. She enjoys attending writing seminars and serving as a conference and workshop speaker as well. She and her husband, David, have three grown children, seven grandchildren, and three step-grandchildren.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: David C. Cook; New edition (March 21, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589190610
• ISBN-13: 978-1589190610
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,456,287 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!, June 26, 2006

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Cynthia Hickey "Cynthia Hickey" (AZ United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Coldwater Revival (Paperback)

Nancy Jo Jenkins brings us a novel written with flowing and lyrical prose. Coldwater Revival takes us into the heartache of one Southern family and out into the love and redemption of Christ.

As an author, I appreciated the magic of Jenkins's words. I believe Coldwater Revival is one of this year's best!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars moving and beautifully written, July 13, 2006

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Barbara Warren - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coldwater Revival (Paperback)

You won't forget this one in a hurry. The emotions of guilt and despair, of love and rejoicing, are so strong you lose sight of the fact that this is just a story. Emma Grace Falin was only a child when the two young brothers in her care fell into a well. Since she was supposed to be watching them, the overwhelming guilt sank her into a depresion so deep and so dark she couldn't find a way out. Her desperate family sent her to live with Granny Falin, and the clouds began to lift when she discovered other people had sorrows too. Granny believes in God, but Emma Grace is angry at Him. He could have done something to save her brothers if he cared enough. At first she clings stubbornly to her dark, lonely world, but as she learns to love the sea, the sand, and the long expanse of sky, she begins the long climb back to reality. I didn't expect romance, but when Emma Grace meets Tate, he teaches her about love and about the blessings of trusting God. Nancy Jo Jenkins has a gift for making her characters so real you actually seem to experience their emotions and know their most private thoughts. This isn't a book you'll read once and toss aside. It's a keeper.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Coldwater Revival" is a Lovely Southern Story, May 23, 2006

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T. Forkner - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Coldwater Revival (Paperback)

Nancy Jo Jenkins is a gifted author who has written a beautiful novel. Set in the 1920's, "Coldwater Revival" is a coming of age story about a girl who grew up long before her time in a hard-working Texas family. Jenkins digs deep into her characters' emotions and the protagonist, Emma Grace, is as sympathetic as any character can get.

There are moments in the story when Emma Grace will move readers to tears as she fights to overcome burdens set on her heart when she was only a young girl. And after following Emma Grace's long journey, readers will cheer as she opens her heart to the future and steps into womanhood.

Readers will be moved by the satisfying ending of the book and will be refreshed by the lovely southern voice of the author. In spiritual fiction, Nancy Jo Jenkins' style is a rarity and readers will appreciate the skillful talent of this debut novelist.