Candle in the Darkness
Candle in the Darkness by Lynn Austin is a historical fiction novel published by Baker Publishing Group on March 18, 2014. This repackaged edition spans 456 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Caroline Fletcher, a young woman from a wealthy slave-holding family in Richmond, Virginia, as she grapples with the moral complexities of her upbringing and the realities of slavery.
Readers will find a narrative that explores Caroline’s internal conflict as she awakens to the injustices surrounding her, challenging the beliefs instilled in her by her family. As her father and fiancé fight for the Confederacy, Caroline must navigate her loyalties and decide whether to embrace her growing faith and desire for change. The book delves into themes of faith, love, and the struggle for justice within a historical context, providing insight into the societal tensions of the time.
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Caroline Fletcher is caught in a nation split apart and torn between the ones she loves and a truth she can’t deny
The daughter of a wealthy slave-holding family from Richmond, Virginia, Caroline Fletcher is raised to believe slavery is God-ordained and acceptable. But on awakening to its cruelty and injustice, her eyes are opened to the men and women who have cared tirelessly for her. At the same time, her father and her fiance, Charles St. John, are fighting for the Confederacy and their beloved way of life and traditions.
Where does Caroline’s loyalty lie? Emboldened by her passion to make a difference and her growing faith, will she risk everything she holds dear?
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