River to Redemption

De: Ann H. Gabhart

Narrado por: Kate Forbes

Orphaned in the cholera epidemic of 1833, Adria Starr was cared for by a slave named Louis, a man who stayed in Springfield, Kentucky, when anyone with means had fled. A man who passed up the opportunity to escape his bondage and instead tended to the sick and buried the dead. A man who, 12 years later, is being sold by his owners despite his heroic actions. Now 19, Adria has never forgotten what Louis did for her. She's determined to find a way to buy Louis's freedom. But in 1840s Kentucky, she'll face an uphill battle.

Based partly on a true story, Ann H. Gabhart's latest historical novel is a tour de force. The vividly rendered town of Springfield and its citizens immerse listeners in a story of courage, betrayal, and honor that will stick with them long after the final moment.

©2018 Ann H. Gabhart (P)2018 Recorded Books

Love this story

Love the storyline.
It was easy to like and dislike characters. I tried to put myself in their shoes, how would I react. I'm not one to keep quite.

Loved this story

Wonderful story, with characters that capture your heart. Showing people who went through terrible hardship and still came through with their faith in God. I was especially impressed to find out that this was historical fiction, but based on real people and what the town did To help him.

Captivating and warm

The narration makes the story come to life. At first I detested the narrator's voice as she brought different characters to life, but I continued to listen because I found the story interesting. In the end, I'm glad I stuck with it.

There were many parts that caused me to smile, others that were a bit predictable, and some that made me say, hmmm...didn't expect that to occur.

I truly enjoyed the spiritual sharing. It reminds readers that we are all children of God, walking our own journey under His care. It also showed how being in a relationship with God impacts perspective - ours and others.

christian emphasis historical story

I loved the character development and story arc. the voice actress did a great job as well. I will look or this author in the future.

Great Book!

I was led to read this book as I do not read/listen to a book until I read reviews first. This book struck a cord with me and I know why. The solid scripture messages really have spoken to my heart and at a time I needed. Thank you so much Ann Gabhart! I pray believing....

River to redemption

Historical story of a slave named Louis, who cared for an entire town during a cholera epidemic.
Good listening/ narrators made story come alive.

excellent

This is a beautiful story that is beautifully narrated. Based on a true story... of how it may have been.

Based on true story

I love how the author honored a slave in Kentucky who had done remarkable works to help the community he lived in. It is a well written historical fiction that is worth listening to.

Power of prayer

Beautiful, partially true story with rich characters, unspeakable pain and God‘s redeeming love. I didn’t want it to end. Ann Gephart may be my new favorite author. 

A heartwarming book

I loved this book s much. I laughed and cried. Knowing it was based on a true event made it even better.