The Final Adversary: 1894 (The House of Winslow #12) [Paperback]

Gilbert Morris (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2005

Barney Winslow had walked away from his family with a bitterness and a rage that well fit a prizefighter. He had never measured up to his father's expectations and long ago he'd lost hope of being the person his brother was. He only wished they'd stayed in their own nice little world and leave him alone. Barney had come to believe the promises of the prize ring. If he let the rage out with his hands, he'd have all the money and women he wanted. Just a couple more wins and he's have his shot at the title. If he only could control his drinking, he'd be the hero of New York City in 1894. When the prodigal reaps what he has sown, who will hold out a hand to him? How can he undo the hurt he has inflicted on the innocent saloon girl, Katie Sullivan? How might a wasted life find hope? House of Winslow Book 12.

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About the Author

Gilbert Morris was a pastor before becoming an English professor and earning a Ph.D. at the University of Arkansas. Gilbert has been a consistent bestselling author (The House of Winslow) in the Christian market for many years. He and his wife live in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers; Repack edition (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764229567
• ISBN-13: 978-0764229565
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,003,111 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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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Still the Best, November 3, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Final Adversary (The House of Winslow #12) (Paperback)

After having read up to #29, I just reread "The Final Adversary", and it is still the Best of the House of Winslow series in my book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!!!, February 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Final Adversary (The House of Winslow #12) (Paperback)

This is one of the best books in the series! I just got it yesterday and I've already finished it. Gilbert Morris is one of the best fiction writers around today.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Addition, March 22, 2009

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Brandi (Indiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Final Adversary: 1894 (The House of Winslow #12) (Paperback)

We continue the saga of the Winslow family in this book where the family expands their adventures to Africa with Barney Winslow, Mark and Lola's son from a previous book. Barney left his family's home and is fighting for a living. Through unfortunate circumstances Barney ends up in prison.

We also meet Katie Sullivan who is struggling with a singing career when she first meets Barney and his family. When her boss uses her for what he considers her worth he demotes her. Instead of staying with him, she leaves and finds a lowly job. What will life hand Katie after all these disappointments?

Once out of prison Barney turns his life around and like in the Bible the prodigal returns and Barney becomes what Mark and Lola always hoped. He is born again and becomes a missionary in the lower end of the city. Soon a missionary from Africa comes and introduces the idea of going to Africa as a missionary. Will the people from the mission venture to Africa?

I really enjoyed this book. It takes us into the depths of Africa, while introduces us to witch doctors and the struggles that missionaries face. Great addition to the House of Winslow series!