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Christian Historical Fiction
The Warehouse
Publisher, Covenant Books
Covenant Books 11661 Hwy 707 Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
by the award-winning author, Joyce Crawford
​SYNOPSIS AND REVIEW
Drawing inspiration from the allegory "The Saddest Place in Heaven," this story unfolds against the rich backdrop of north Florida’s untamed wilderness and continues through the 1960s. "The Warehouse" is a testament to the power of faith in God and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of tragedy and hardship.
The narrative unfolds in two parts. In the first part, readers are introduced to three families as they cut out a community from the wilderness. Yet through their faith and devotion to God and their collective community spirit, “Gracetown” is born.
In the second part of the story, citizens of the small town now known as Graceton come alive, and the mystery of "The Warehouse" is revealed. God's boundless generosity and the countless gifts He has in store to fulfill needs and desires tell poignant stories that readers can relate to.
As the story unfolds, readers witness the profound truths of God’s divine providence and transformative power. Within the warehouse, the new owner affectionately referred to as Daddy G, provides personalized gifts. These gifts include healing from self-centeredness, physical and emotional challenges, poverty, and the burden of loss, which can distort a person’s inner spirit.
The central protagonist, a little girl longs for her own gift from the many stored in the warehouse. But she must learn to appreciate the importance of her gift. The surprise ending carries her through her epiphany.
"The Warehouse" is a heartfelt exploration of the human experience, weaving together elements of history, spirituality, and personal redemption. It is my sincere belief that this novel will not only entertain readers but also inspire and uplift their hearts.
If you liked The Shack by William P. Young, you are sure to like The Warehouse.
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Other Christian authors that you love.
"The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom
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"Redeeming Love" by Francine Rivers
"The Giver" by Lois Lowry
The Warehouse
Published in 2023 by Covenant Books
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Reviews
Miller Young, Good Reads Reviewer 5 Stars
"I loved this book!"
"I loved this book! The plot seemed so original. For an avid reader, sometimes it seems so many books are so familiar, but not this read.
The thing that I love about Joyce Crawford's book is that she ties the gospel into the storyline.
When you see that at the end of the story, you can look back and see glimpses of where it appeared earlier, and the parables that she used subtly."
Willie Flores
Good Reads Reviewer 5 Stars
"I don't normally read Religious Historical fiction. It seems so contrived to me, and I'm never happy with the way characters are portrayed. So, it was with some hesitation that I accepted this book to review.
However, I was hooked by the end of the first chapter.
I've read many good novels. Once in a while, I come across something truly profound. The Warehouse falls into this category. One of these days, I expect an inspirational author to win the Pulitzer. The skillful writing sucks the reader in. The Warehouse is something that needs to be read and discussed on a wide-scale basis.
I was lost for words when I finished this beautifully written novel. And I'm still struggling to find the best words to describe the power of this story.
All in all, this is a fun biblical fiction read with some images that will stick with the reader long after they close the book. I recommend it."
"I was hooked by the end of the first chapter."
"...The Warehouse taught me the value of life’s treasures..."
Princes Poole Good Reads Reviewer 4 Stars
"I do not know where to begin because, at first, I was clearly not a big fan of biblical fiction. But here I am, lost in words of what I have to say in this review.
First, The Warehouse has given me the chance to see the other side of the world. The perseverance and obedience of the men behind God’s gifts to us, fictionally. But if taken into reality, these are the people that God made as instruments to spread His good news to everyone.
Second, The Warehouse taught me the value of life’s treasures, such as the gift of family, friends, and other God’s creations. Little by little, my faith has been challenged by the problems that I encounter in my life, but this book has lifted my spirit up and cheered me up so well recently.
This is such a good book. Suitable for every type of reader. Also, this book has the potential to be on the big screen too. A great movie could come from this!"
"The Warehouse is incredible!" 5 Stars
"Joyce didn't disappoint with this one; she gave us the perfect example of how God puts people together." 5 Stars
"The first thing that struck me as more than ordinary in this book was the vibrant descriptions. Even if the story had been ordinary, the descriptions that painted pictures in my mind and were never uninteresting would have made up for it."
Laura Parker Good Reads Reviewer
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