Ever Constant tells the story about the Powell family, and this book focuses on
Whitney Powell, the oldest daughter. The
family has not had an easy life, but they remain steadfast in their faith and
commitment to each other. The Powell family
lives on their grandfather’s farm, including Whitney’s two sisters, Havyn and
Madysen, and their husbands. The family
has experienced change and loss as their mother has recently died. Whitney has always been the strong sister
that everyone relies upon, but difficult circumstances have taken their toll on
her. Her faith is not what it used to be,
and in her pain Whitney is vulnerable.
Judas Reynolds has been a friend-of-the-family
for years and is trusted by their grandfather.
But Judas is now looking at Whitney in a different light. Dr. Peter Cameron has been there for the
family, and his friendship with Whitney has grown. Will true love finally come to Whitney? Will she have the courage to take a closer
look at herself and acknowledge how she has changed? Will she recognize her need for God and be
open with those who love her?
In some respects,
this was a painful book to read. Painful
because of the downward spiral that Whitney is in. But it was also heartwarming because of the
love and support the family had for one another. The family was gracious and kind. I love the relationship the sisters had with
one another.
What I
appreciated most was how the characters were portrayed in living out their
Christian faith. It was wonderful to see
prayer modeled and the Gospel of Christ was shared. God’s love towards sinners and how one can be
forgiven was part of the story. I wish a
loving warning to an unrepentant sinner about what happens if you reject God’s
forgiveness had been emphasized too. I
only recall one time where that was mentioned.
I really
liked this book and enjoyed the characters.
I appreciated how grace, kindness, and forgiveness were lived out by the
characters. An important element of
repentance was also part of this story.
I liked learning about Alaska and what it was like during the gold rush
in the early 1900s. I very much
recommend Ever Constant by Tracie Peterson and Kimberley
Woodhouse.
I would
like to thank Bethany House Publishers and NetGalley for the
opportunity to read a complimentary copy of Ever Constant by Tracie
Peterson and Kimberley Woodhouse. I
was under no obligation to give a favorable review.
