“Instruct these young warriors in the battle that lies ahead of them. Teach them how to fight using the truth as their weapon. Show them how to see the real kingdom, how to recognize the great distortion, and where to launch their campaign against the evil that has befallen this land. Teach them, Steward.” From The Four Gifts of the King~
Imagine having a message for your grown children who’ve gone astray. But you need some way to help them be willing to hear it.
That’s the premise of a story within a story in the fabulous novel by R. Scott Rodin–The Four Gifts of the King.
It’s part allegory, part fantasy, and part contemporary novel. A novel piece of work, if you will.
Sam Roberts receives a windfall that he never saw coming. And when he finds out that his time is short, he ponders how to pass along the gift to his four grown children who have strayed from the path of Christian faith.
After Sam’s death, his lawyer explains to Sam’s four children the terms of his will. Sam has written a book and the children must read it before they can claim their inheritance. Sam’s two daughters and two sons take turns reading the story aloud to each other.
Rodin deftly weaves the two stories together and is not preachy in the application of Sam’s story to the lives of his children.
In Sam’s story, an army of evil Phaedra
Themes of meaning, love, faith, compassion, obedience, service, and forgiveness abound in this tightly woven story of good versus evil–the foundation of all mythology.
Rodin’s fantasy world is captivating. His hero’s quest is believable. In his places–Aiden Glen, Seudomartis, Pitcairn Moor,
Serving, giving, healing, seeking, and finding, and most importantly, trusting the King–that’s what this book is about. The read is a ride worth taking.
And along the way, you too may come to know the King’s deep peace.
The Four Gifts of the King is available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Four-Gifts-King-Scott-Rodin/dp/1683509323.
Very intriguing description and review of the book. I will check it out.
Please do, Yvonne. You won’t be sorry! Thanks and God bless!
Sounds interesting, Nancy. I’ve never read much fiction until recently. My writer friend has a series out that captivated me with the books and their depiction of spiritual warfare in the life of 4 young women.
This sounds like a book I would enjoy.
Thank you, Karen. I usually don’t read fiction that I don’t plan to teach. Your friend’s series sounds good too! God bless!
Sounds like a great read!
Thanks, Julie! God bless!
This sounds really great (and what a wonderful and intimate way to share the Gospel with one’s children!). I look forward to reading it!
Enjoy, Jessica. Kids might not be as interested in the framed part of the story–the part about the dad and his kids. But the mythology parts will captivate kiddos. And those parts are substantial throughout the book. Thanks and God bless!
Looks like an interesting read. Thanks for the info.
Thanks, Melissa, for reading and commenting. God bless!
That’s intriguing! Thank you for sharing your review with us. The story sounds like it provides great insight and encouragement for parents of adult children. Plus, lessons presented in the form of fiction or storytelling are the most powerful!
It is an intriguing book, Melinda. Enjoy! Thanks and God bless!
I love the 4 points. Serving and seeking is definitely something l would like to do more of in 2019. Thank you for your insightful review Nancy.
Thanks, Ava. God bless you in your 2019 endeavors!
Sounds interesting. Neat premise. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you, Stephanie. God bless!
Interesting – so it’s a story within a story. Thanks for sharing the review!
Yep, a story within a story. Thanks for reading and commenting, Christina. God bless and Happy New Year!
Sounds like a great read with such great truths & lessons!
Thanks, Elizabeth. It is full of lessons–but subtly so. God bless!
This definitely sounds interesting! Happy New Year!!
Thanks, Anneliese, God bless!
Thanks for putting a review up, Nancy! I really appreciate the recommendation. It sounds like it’s right up my alley. I’ll have to check it out.
Thanks, Chip. Please let me know what you think. God bless!