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The Captive Within (A Prairie Heritage, Book 4) Kindle Edition

by Vikki Kestell (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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The Captive Within picks up the day after Joy on This Mountain ends. The two infamous houses of Corinth, Colorado, are closed and the young women who had been imprisoned there have been released. Rose and Joy leave Corinth to establish a home and a haven for “their” girls in Denver.

Before long, Rose and Joy face a heartbreaking challenge: What does it take to unlock and free the soul of a defiled woman? And as they wrestle for a foothold in Denver, Rose discovers that the long-abandoned house given to them hides a dark secret of its own.

A Prairie Heritage:
Book 1: A Rose Blooms Twice
Book 2: Wild Heart on the Prairie
Book 3: Joy on This Mountain
Book 4: The Captive Within
Book 5: Stolen
Book 6: Lost Are Found
Book 7: All God’s Promises
Book 8: The Heart of Joy—A Short Story
Book 9: Rose of RiverBend

“Vikki writes the kind of faith-filled fiction that hooks you within the first few pages, will not let you go until you have finished, and leaves you wishing for more.”
—Janis Braun, Seattle, Washington

“Her books are not just for 'chicks'! I was amazed how engrossed I became in the lives of Vikki's characters, and how much I could relate to their situations.”
—Ed Dunne, Los Angeles

“Be prepared to put life on hold. That's all I have to say!”
—Rebecca H., New Jersey

“You will laugh, you will cry but, most of all, you will be uplifted.”
—LaTisha Holland, St. Augustine, FL
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A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.
A Prairie Heritage. The compelling saga of family, faith, and great courage.

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About the Author

Vikki Kestell's passion for people and their stories is evident in her readers' affection for her characters and unusual plotlines. Two often repeated sentiments are, "I feel like I know these people" and "I'm right there, in the book, experiencing what the characters experience."

Vikki holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Learning and Instructional Technologies. She left a career of twenty-plus years in government, academia, and corporate life to pursue writing full time. "Writing is the best job ever," she admits, "and the most demanding."

Also an accomplished speaker and teacher, Vikki and her husband Conrad Smith make their home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. To keep abreast of new book releases, visit her website, http: //www.vikkikestell.com/, or find her on Facebook, http: //www.facebook.com/TheWritingOfVikkiKestell.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00F9KOBU6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Faith-Filled Fiction(TM) (September 24, 2013)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 24, 2013
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3681 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 287 pages
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Vikki Kestell’s passion for people and their stories is evident in her readers’ affection for her characters and unusual plotlines. Two often-repeated sentiments are, “I feel like I know these people,” and, “I’m right there, in the book, experiencing what the characters experience.”

Vikki holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Learning and Instructional Technologies. She left a career of twenty-plus years in government, academia, and corporate life to pursue writing full time. “Writing is the best job ever,” she admits, “and the most demanding.”

Also an accomplished speaker and teacher, Vikki and her husband, Conrad Smith, make their home in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

To be notified when Vikki has new book releases, sign up for her newsletter on her website, http://www.vikkikestell.com, find her on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TheWritingOfVikkiKestell, or follow her on BookBub, https://www.bookbub.com/authors/vikki-kestell.

"Vikki writes the kind of fiction that hooks you within the first few pages, will not let you go until you have finished, and leaves you wishing for more."

--Janis Braun, Seattle, Washington

"Her books are not just for 'chicks'! I was amazed how engrossed I became in the lives of Vikki's characters, and how much I could relate to their situations."

--Ed Dunne, Los Angeles

"Be prepared to put life on hold. That's all I have to say!"

--Rebecca H., New Jersey

"You will laugh, you will cry but, most of all, you will be uplifted."

--LaTisha Holland, St. Augustine, FL

Dear Readers,

I would love to hear from you! If you have questions, would like to comment on my writing, or are interested in having me speak at your church or organization, please contact me on my website, http://vikkikestell.com.

Vikki

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whytedove
5.0 out of 5 stars I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN & EVERY LIFE MATTERS--FOR GOOD OR EVIL
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2018
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Wow, after the super finale of Joy on This Mountain, Vikki Kestell continues the saga of Rose and Joy and their unique role in being God's instruments to minister to girls and women who society discounts as worthless but He redeems. The twists and turns of the plot, the dynamics of relationships, the tension and turmoil caused by evil opposition, the development of friendships and of love--all woven into a time and place so aptly described as to take the reader there as in a time machine--there is nothing not to like about this book! I couldn't put it down and had to get the next book as soon as I finished this one. Besides all this, being a young baby boomer, I could not help but admiring and appreciating the way Vikki Kestell included characters of all ages in vital roles. I don't get to read many novels in which mature adults and even frail elderly persons are shown to have lives that still matter, are still useful to others and to God. That really means something to me as an older woman. Both men and women contributed to the outcomes in important ways, people of various ethnic backgrounds, social standing, and economic means were instrumental in making a difference in people's lives. Likewise, the actions of a few persons making selfish choices caused destruction and ruin, heartache and misery. There are no cardboard characters and no artificial plot devices. The story's drama is vivid, personal, and extremely engaging, and each of the characters are genuinely portrayed.
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Cynthia Lafreniere
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read series
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2018
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This series of books are my all time favorite and I wish I could give copies of the series to all my loved ones. They show what it looks like to be a Christian. This is the second time reading through them and I couldn't put them down this time either. Vikki Kestell makes her characters so real, you feel as though you know them and expect them to come through the door at any time. What I love most though is how she makes the Lord the center and the life of these books. The various characters are in different stages of their walk with the Lord; some are unsaved, others are new believers, some are mature in their faith. Through the daily lives of the people we see how the Lord intends for His children to live - both during good times, hard times and tragedy. We're shown how the Lord woos them, saves them, and guides their daily lives; encouraging, comforting, strengthening, and disciplining them. We see to the amazing way He is in control of all things, working all things out according to His will. These books will make you angry, make you cry, make you laugh, and make amazed anew at our Lord. They'll strengthen your faith. and make you eager to do more for your Lord. To me, these books are a shining example of Christian fiction at it's very best. Once you start reading this first book in the series, you won't want to stop until you've read them all - and you'll still want more!
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Trudi Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars this bookworm's favorite of the year!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2013
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I encountered the first two books of this series during an incredibly hard time of my life, and they became a great boon to me...kind of like a life preserver thrown out on a rope to bring me back to God. This third installment will not disappoint. By my vote, it is the best written series in a long time. Its not shallow, not moody,nor pathetic and unbelievable as many popular novels are today. The writing is candid, the plot is realistic and grabs at your mind and elicits a tremendous sense of justice. The morals ring true sithout having to cling to a fairy-tale ending, which adds to the validity of the storyline and leaves you craving the next novel.
READ IT! READ THE WHOLE SERIES!
-Anisha on behalf of this mother-daughter quest for good literature
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Brenda
4.0 out of 5 stars Well written, but need to read first ones before tackling this one.
Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2015
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Very well written book with lots of excitement. I must warn the reader though. It is not a stand alone novel. If you don't read the ones that were written before, you will be wondering around, lost in the nether regions of Colorado. I did pay attention to the fact it was Book 4, so have struggled mightly with who and what went on before. These were not alluded to in great detail. Be warned. Read 1,2,3 first.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Uplifting
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2018
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After reading books 1-3 of A Prarie Heritage, I was compelled to buy The Captive Within (A Prarie Heritage, book 4). A continuation of the love and devotion given to young girls and women who met with Rose and Joy Thoreson. The characters are memorable. The faith is strong. The losses can be heavy, but the Lord is with those who labor and love.
Life was not easy for women in the world. It was hard for most, but those who dragged themselves through a life forced each upon them day experienced a life few of us could dream of, and it continues today!
Read this book! Pray for those who are in need of comfort and the saving of their souls! Read this book!
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Runner
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2022
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I can only say ; I read this book through without stopping! Intrigue, suspense, heart ache and God's abiding love! Read this book. You will love it!
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Clara
5.0 out of 5 stars The intersession of God for His children in danger.
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2023
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God literally passed through this author as she created this story, Reaching out to the lost and hopeless.
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Wendy
5.0 out of 5 stars This series just keeps getting better and better! ! ! ! !
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2014
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Although this book kind of strayed off of the Thoresen family, don't get me wrong Joy and Rose are still very much in the story, I still found the book compelling. It is amazing what Joy and Rose are able to do for the 'abused' women in that day and time, and such faith they have even when things don't look good. I like that Vikki has Rose writing in a journal and we get to know her feelings and just reading those entries can encourage a person in their own faith.

I was so anxious to read the next book that I'm half done with it and I'm just now writing the review for this one. I so encourage you to read this series, it is turning into something I totally did not expect. Not only am I half done with Stolen, which I can hardly put down, I have to purchase the sixth one in the series, Lost Are Found!
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Jiggs
5.0 out of 5 stars Best writer
Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2020
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Excellent writer, one of the best
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5.0 out of 5 stars Continuation of a brilliant series!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2019
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This book 4 of a brilliant series leaves you wanting to continue to follow the lives of such a variety of people. Well written.
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Mary
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Australia on January 31, 2015
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love this author and the books feel I know the characters
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Nell Van Blokland
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the time to read!
Reviewed in Canada on February 19, 2020
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Nothing to dislike
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 3, 2019
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