Fire and Steel

FIRE AND STEEL

by Gerald N. Lund

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These books are FANTASTIC!

Gerald N. Lund is a phenomenal storyteller!!!
I love how he adds depth and character to true events--
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The Proud Shall Stumble-- Volume 4

It's a truth that has stood for centuries: pride goeth before the fall. And Germany, emboldened by an increasingly popular dynamo, is becoming proud.

Across the ocean in America, people have been enjoying years of plenty since the Great War. Electricity in every home, shiny new automobiles lining the streets, roaring new music, shocking new clothing styles—a whole nation wanting nothing more than to let loose and get rich. But beneath the glittering surface, the economy's foundation has already begun to crumble.

On opposite sides of the world, the Eckhardt and Westland families are as caught up in the fast-paced times as anyone else, and they find their personal lives deeply affected by the shocking events occurring on a global scale. Though they all seek to follow a wise path, the way becomes hazy when powerful forces aim to cloud their judgment. Will they be able to recognize the darkness before they sink further into it? More dark days lie ahead, and the families stand to lose everything if they don't cling to the light.

Join the Eckhardts and Westlands in this fourth volume of master storyteller Gerald N. Lund's gripping tale of war, family and the fight for what's right.

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The Shadow Falls-- Volume 3
How do good people mistake evil for good? Is it possible for an entire nation to be deceived?

In the third volume of master storyteller Gerald N. Lund's dynamic new series, the Eckhardt family finds itself clinging to hope in a nation on the brink of collapse. Work is scarce, food has become an extravagance, and money is practically worthless. War-torn Germany has been battered down and humiliated on an international scale, and the people have lost the pride and conviction that once carried them.

Living in such desperate circumstances leaves the people vulnerable to fall for a wolf in sheep's clothing, and Hans Eckhardt is not immune. His friend Adolf is charismatic, driven, a man of vision—seemingly, everything that Germany needs. While a few suspect that this rising new political leader may not be the rescuer they seek, many more are quick to turn a blind eye to the warning signs.

But there are bright spots amid the bleakness. Faith and family continue to provide joy and solace as life journeys forward. And a visit from two former LDS missionaries and their families brings a spark of excitement to the Eckhardts. Family life seems to be the one area unmarred by the turmoil all around them—until personal tragedy strikes.

Join the Eckhardts and their American friends the Westlands as they unknowingly dive into a momentous turning point in the world's history.

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The Storm Descends-- Volume 2

In the second volume of bestselling author Gerald N. Lund's explosive new series, the Eckhardt family finds that the turmoil in their lives will only increase as they try to move forward in a nation divided. Sergeant Hans Eckhardt has been discharged from his military service and wants nothing more than to start a new life with a career and a family, but the unrest swallowing his homeland seems determined to stop him.

Suffering the devastating impact of defeat in the Great War, the people of Germany must find ways to face widespread food shortages, crippling unemployment, skyrocketing inflation, and the forced disbandment of the German military. The nation becomes a hotbed of revolutionary attacks, bringing the fledgling government to its knees. Conditions are so grim that the German people are desperate for someone—anyone—to step forward and bring stability back to their beloved Fatherland.

But as the flames of adversity grow more threatening, hope is on the horizon for the German Saints. With the help of Mitch Westland, from faraway southern Utah, they discover that the Lord has not forgotten them.

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A Generation Rising-- Volume 1

The strongest steel is forged in the hottest flames. From master storyteller Gerald N. Lund comes a new blockbuster series chronicling the lives of two families who will face some of the most turbulent times in history as they are tried to their very cores. Will they be tempered and strengthened by the hammering blows, will they bend to the point of breaking, or will they completely shatter?

As volume one begins, life could not be more promising for the Eckhardts. They finally have a son, Hans, the male heir they have longed for and a child of such brilliance and promise that his success seems certain. But as youthful Hans’s ambition takes him away from his family and their small Bavarian village, the winds of unrest in Europe are about to erupt into the greatest war the world has ever known.

Kicking off a story that will cross generations—and continents—the Eckhardts must brace themselves to weather the storms and turmoil that lie ahead. Only through sheer determination and fortitude will they be able to pass through the refiner’s fire and come out stronger and more united than ever before.

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Book Giveaway from Gerlad N. Lund and Daughter Rebecca Belliston

FATHER-DAUGHTER

BOOK GIVEAWAY

Author Gerald N. Lund and his daughter, Rebecca Lund Belliston, 

have teamed up to give away NINE of their combined books.

Gerald N. Lund is the bestselling, award-winning author of over 30 novels and non-fiction religious works.

Rebecca Belliston is the author of four novels, including the new dystopian trilogy, Citizens of Logan Pond.

Enter to win signed copies of Gerald N. Lund and Rebecca (Lund) Belliston books.

Prizes will be awarded in sets of three and include:

Set #1
The Undaunted, Only the Brave, Sadie

     

Set #2

Generation Rising, Life, Liberty

      

Set #3

Divine Signatures, In Tune, Augustina

      

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Fire and Steel: A Generation Rising

A review copy was provided

Book Details

Author: Gerald N. Lund

Release Date: November 2014

Publisher: Deseret Book

Genre: Historical Fiction

This book is often pitched as a World War I historical fiction...
and it is...but it is also oh. so. much. more!

It is about a family that will live during the most difficult times in history.

They are the Eckhardt family and after three daughters they finally have a son.

A son who turns out to be brilliant.

A son who is doted upon.

A son who is given the chance for an education beyond the normal peasant child.

But Hans is also young and foolish and caught up in the unrest that is descending upon the world.

Choosing to go to the battlefront instead of the University will change young Hans' perception of the world and of mankind.

As this book is so appropriately titled this family will go through a fire so unquenchable that they will either become stronger like steel or they will break and shatter.

Follow the Eckhardt family as they first-hand witness "an explosion of technology"-- electricity, the telephone, the automobile...

And as they battle to live through the "War to End All Wars."

AN AMAZING BOOK!
AN AMAZING TIME IN HISTORY!
DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS ONE!

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About the Author
Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from BYU. He also did extensive graduate work in New Testament studies at Pepperdine University, and studied Hebrew at the University of Judaism. He is a prolific author and speaker. His novels include The Work and the Glory Series, The Kingdom and the Crown Trilogy, Fire of the Covenant, The Undaunted, and his newest series, Fire and Steel. He has also written several books on gospel topics, including a doctrinal trilogy exploring our relationship with Heavenly Father and how He expresses His love to His children.

During his thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, Gerald N. Lund served as seminary teacher, institute teacher and director, curriculum writer, director of college curriculum, and zone administrator. His church callings have included stake president, bishop, and he also served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008.

He and his late wife, Lynn, are the parents of seven children.

Only the Brave w/ SIGNED BOOK Giveaway

A review copy was provided

Book Details

Author: Gerald N. Lund

Release Date: December 2014

Publisher: Deseret Book

Genre: Historical Fiction

Gerald N. Lund is a FANTASTIC storyteller!

And this book is appropriately named...for ONLY THE BRAVE could have lived through what these people had to live through.

It is 1884 and the Saints have been in the San Juan valley for four years.

Sent there by their leaders to fulfill these three missions:

*They were to become a buffer between the white man and the Indians.

*They were to be like a the shock absorbers on a wagon, which soften the blows for those riding in the wagon, or in this case, those in the other settlements.

*They were to be like a lightning rod, which draws down the fires of heaven upon itself so they do not consume others.

Life is definitely hard as they battle nature and Indians and rough outlaws and competing ranchers.

Church leaders have been called to assess the situation and other families have now been sent to buoy up these Saints.

You will read of true accounts of life in these harsh conditions.

You will also be introduced to Mitch Westland and his family as they try to follow the directive of the Prophet.

And you will learn of the Zimmers family and their strong-willed daughter, Edie.

These two families will unite with the others...in this valley... that will test them to their very most inner strength.

"Many settlers will try to conquer that rugged territory, but only the brave will prevail."

Fascinating details of the lives of these early settlers!

Amazing stories of what life was like for them!

Don't miss out on this one!

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About the Author

Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from BYU. He also did extensive graduate work in New Testament studies at Pepperdine University, and studied Hebrew at the University of Judaism. He is a prolific author and speaker. His novels include The Work and the Glory Series, The Kingdom and the Crown Trilogy, Fire of the Covenant, The Undaunted, and his newest series, Fire and Steel. He has also written several books on gospel topics, including a doctrinal trilogy exploring our relationship with Heavenly Father and how He expresses His love to His children.

During his thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, Gerald N. Lund served as seminary teacher, institute teacher and director, curriculum writer, director of college curriculum, and zone administrator. His church callings have included stake president, bishop, and he also served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008.

He and his late wife, Lynn, are the parents of seven children.

While this book can be a stand-alone read...

It does follow Gerald N. Lund's book 

THE UNDAUNTED

In Tune w/ Book Giveaway

Book Details
Author: Gerald N. Lund
Release Date: 2013
Publisher: Deseret Book
Genre: Gospel Teachings

Why read a book about teaching and learning?

Because we are always in a state of either being the teacher...OR...we are learning from the teacher.

We must "edify and give light to others, to push back the darkness, to bring joy and rejoicing...to lift and build each other spiritually."

This book will helps us be "in tune" with the Spirit while teaching AND/OR learning,

I LOVE the way Gerald Lund teaches...

He will first give you a principle...

And then he will give you a story to illustrate that principle.

A great way to retain, understand, and know how to apply what was just taught!

Become a BETTER TEACHER and a BETTER LEARNER 

by becoming IN TUNE

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About the Author

Elder Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from Brigham Young University. He also did extensive graduate work in New Testament studies at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, California, and studies Hebrew at the University of Judaism in Hollywood, California.

During his thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, the author served as a seminary teacher, an institute teacher and director, a curriculum writer, director of college curriculum, and zone administrator. His Church callings have included serving as stake president, bishop, and teacher. Elder Lund served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008.

Elder Lund is a prolific author; his novels include the Work and the Glory series, the Kingdom and the Crown trilogy, Fire of the Covenant, and The Undaunted.He has also written several books on gospel topics, including Hearing the Voice of the Lord and Divine Signatures.

He and his wife, Lynn, are the parents of seven children.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

The Guardian: To Run With the Swift w/ Book Giveaway

Book Details
Author: Gerald N. Lund
Release Date: November 2013
Publisher: Deseret Book
Genre: Suspense

As the story continues you will be led along with plot twists and turns that you never thought possible...

but are...

OH. SO. GOOD!

Danni's life, and that of her family's, has been hard these past few weeks.

Just as they feel that life might get back to normal...

Things start to happen...

And once again the family is caught in an elaborate plan of one family trying to destroy her family.

So many things will come to light~

Can her enchanted pouch work its magic once again?

An AMAZINGLY GREAT story!
FUN to read!
You won't be able to put this one down!

Deseret Book has graciously offered a

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About the Author
Elder Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from Brigham Young University. He also did extensive graduate work in New Testament studies at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, California, and studies Hebrew at the University of Judaism in Hollywood, California.

During his thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, the author served as a seminary teacher, an institute teacher and director, a curriculum writer, director of college curriculum, and zone administrator. His Church callings have included serving as stake president, bishop, and teacher. Elder Lund served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008.

Elder Lund is a prolific author; his novels include the Work and the Glory series, the Kingdom and the Crown trilogy, Fire of the Covenant, and The Undaunted.He has also written several books on gospel topics, including Hearing the Voice of the Lord and Divine Signatures.

He and his wife, Lynn, are the parents of seven children.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

The Guardian

Book Details
Author: Gerald N. Lund
Release Date: November 2012
Publisher: Deseret Book
Genre: Suspense

Gerald N. Lund is definitely a master story-teller!

This book is fascinating and enchanting!

A book that is hard to put down!

Carruthers McAllister, or Danni to her friends, receives a very unique pouch for her 13th birthday and is given charge to carry it will her wherever she goes.

Her friends tease her and call it the 'nanny.'

But when her father discovers a rhodium mine and extortionists capture her family in hopes of getting the money from the sell of the mine...

Danni soon discovers that the pouch is not the 'nanny' but is 'le gardien' , and it has been guarding her family for many generations.

With it she will also learn about...

THE FOUR REMEMBERS OF LIFE:

*Remember, you are unique.
*Remember, there is purpose to your life.
*Remember, you are free to choose what you are and what you become.
*Remember, you are not alone.

Can Danni and the pouch save her family?

An AMAZING story!

About the Author

Elder Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from Brigham Young University. He also did extensive graduate work in New Testament studies at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, California, and studies Hebrew at the University of Judaism in Hollywood, California.

During his thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, the author served as a seminary teacher, an institute teacher and director, a curriculum writer, director of college curriculum, and zone administrator. His Church callings have included serving as stake president, bishop, and teacher. Elder Lund served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008.

Elder Lund is a prolific author; his novels include the Work and the Glory series, the Kingdom and the Crown trilogy, Fire of the Covenant, and The Undaunted.He has also written several books on gospel topics, including Hearing the Voice of the Lord and Divine Signatures.

He and his wife, Lynn, are the parents of seven children.