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Candle in the Darkness

By: Lynn Austin
Narrated by: Christina Moore
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 Winner of the 2001 Christy Award, Lynn Austin captures the turmoil of the Civil War in this stirring novel. From vast plantations to the cramped closets of the Underground Railroad, it follows one young woman's inspiring journey of risk and sacrifice.

Caroline Fletcher, the daughter of a wealthy family in Richmond, has never questioned her father's right to own slaves. But after a lengthy visit to her uncle's home in Boston, she learns of the abolitionist movement. Now, knowing that slavery is against God's will, she must risk betraying the people she loves to obey her convictions.

Compelling characters and the searing conflicts between North and South create a vivid canvas for Caroline's struggle to make the right decisions. Through Christina Moore's hearfelt narration, Candle in the Darkness burns even brighter.

©2002 Lynn Austin (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC Christian Fiction Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction War Civil War Boston

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"A thoroughly engrossing and exciting tale that will appeal to fans of...historical romances." (Library Journal)
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In this historic fiction Lynn weaves such a complex network of characters together to create a brilliant and educational masterpiece that I will listen to again and again. I love the narration too - one of the best narrations ive heard. Thank you Lynn

A Masterpiece

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A story of sacrificial love because Christ first loved us all. Christ sees us all equal in His eyes so we ought to!

A must read

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I have loved this story, the perspective of the war, and the connection that God’s purposes will always prevail, and He is ever present in our lives if we have faith and trust in Him…despite all other pressures or influences in our lives! Thank you Lynn Austin!!
Beautifully read too! Thank you!

Wow, what an amazing story!

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I became fond of the many well developed characters in this story of civil war and slavery.Lynn Austin is very clever in her use of words that turn into delightful phases.Christina Moore is an narrator who brings a lot of expression to make this book one not to miss

Most enjoyable story

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This story was incredible! It taught true history about what slaves went through before the civil war. Even though some of it was hard to listen to it was written in a way wear you didn’t just look at it as a fact, but you could see how it played out in someone’s life. You could see how God worked in each area of the characters lives. I really enjoyed listening and will defiantly listen to it again!

Loved it!!!

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What a beautiful story of faith and love. A long listen but I was gripped from beginning to end!

Beautiful

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Such an interesting and humbling story which helped me understand a period if history in America that I knew little about. Inspirational and believable characters. A must listen. Amazing , heart breaking and powerful.

Beautifully story of faith and love

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Inspirational historical fiction, with deep, engaging characters, difficult choices through difficult times, and admirable courage. A serious but uplifting read.

Fabulous narrator and story

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