Candle in the Darkness

By: Lynn Austin

Narrated by: Christina Moore

Length: 15 hrs and 42 mins

Publisher's summary

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

Critic reviews

"A thoroughly engrossing and exciting tale that will appeal to fans of...historical romances." (Library Journal)

FIRST AND FOREMOST...THE NARRATOR IS MAGNIFICENT!

THIS BOOK HELP ME TO EXPERIENCE SO MANY LEVELS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP. NEVER THUS FAR HAS A BOOK FILLED ME WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT AS THIS ONE HAS DONE. EVEN AS I TYPE THIS TEARS FILL MY EYES. ONE CHARACTER IN PARTICULAR QUOTES FROM THE BIBLE AS HE TAUGHT AND OFFER GUIDANCE TO THE MAIN CHARACTER HAD ME PRAISING GOD LIKE I WAS IN CHURCH. THE BASIS OF THIS STORY BLEW ME AWAY BUT IT FILLED ME WITH SOOOO MUCH MORE. THE SPEECH AT THE END BY THE LAST PERSON I EXPECTED IT FROM MADE MY HEART CRY AND TEARS FLOW. IT WASNT SAD BUT THATS ALL IM SAYING. PLEASE ORDER THIS BOOK YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED. OH SND BE PATIENT ITS STARTS A LIL SLOW BUT ITS WELL WORTH IT. ENJOY!

Awesome Story

I haven't checked all the historical accuracy but Lynn Austin made me believe I was a resident of Richmond, Virginia, during the Civil War. Austin also made me want to know more.

Christina Moore gave an outstanding performance.

Great Story, Narrated wonderfully!

The story brought me to tears, it touched my heart and warmed my soul. Lynn Austin is an excellent author. she is wonderful at painting the picture. This book is about faith, love, and human perseverance during some of the darkest times in US history. The narrator was excellent. I highly recommend reading this book or listening to this book. I actually own all of the books from this series in paper back however I wanted to hear the story from someone else and Christina Moore did not disappoint.

another best I'm class from Austin

one of my all time favorite authors and this is one of her best works. what a great and inspiring story. 🙌

Wonderful book!

You will not be sorry you read it. It is a beautiful story of love, sacrifice, and God’s redemption!

great story

narrator was great. loved the story line. not "sappy". good character development. i would recommend.

Excellently told, Engaging story

I loved the narrator’s voice, her ability to affect a southern accent, a male voice, and speak like people of that era and place. The story itself was fascinating and thought provoking. As always, the Bible woven into the story is one of the best parts.

Their faith in God

Excellent book! I just loved it! A wonderful example of faith in God even in the midst of war and hatred! Read it today!

A Beautifully complex story

I absolutely loved this story. The characters became so real to me. The complex issues that both the north and south faced in the Civil War gave me a lot to think about. This book gave me the opportunity to step back in time and experience living through the Civil War myself.

great portrayal of history

thank you for helping me see a clearer picture of what people experienced during that time in American history.
narrator is fantastic