Abish: Daughter of God by K.C. Grant – Book Review

 Posted by  Book Reviews, Shanda's Reviews
Feb 222010
 

Title- Abish: Daughter of God

Author- K.C. Grant
Publisher- Covenant Communications
Published Date- January 2010
ISBN#- 978-1-59811-567-3
LDS Women’s Book Review was privileged to have K.C. (Kim) Grant, author of Abish: Daughter of God, join us this past weekend to record Episode 40 of the LDSWBR podcast. We had a wonderful discussion and the podcast will be available soon at www.ldswomensbookreview.com. In the meantime, I’d like to share a brief review of K.C. Grant’s first novel, Abish: Daughter of God.

Not much is known about Abish, one of only a few women mentioned by name in the Book of Mormon (see Alma 19). K.C. Grant has taken what is mentioned, coupled with months of research, and written a detailed story of what Abish’s life experiences may have entailed.

As I’ve read the Book of Mormon through the years, I have often wondered what every day life was like for the Nephites and Lamanites in the Promised Land, especially for the women and mothers. Reading Book of Mormon historical fiction like Abish offers a glimpse into what life was possibly like for them and I find those possibilities fascinating.

During the podcast, K.C. Grant shared with us how she first became interested in telling Abish’s story, her time spent studying in Mexico, the months she spent researching, as well as what she is working on for the future. We had a great time and want to thank K.C. (Kim) for joining us on the podcast.

Learn more about Abish: Daughter of God on K.C. Grant’s website: www.kcgrant.com as well as her blog: Writer’s Corner by KC Grant.


Watch for Episode 40, coming soon!

Episode 40 – Interview with author K.C. Grant

 Posted by  2010 Podcasts, Podcasts
Feb 192010
 
AbishKim Grant promo shots 004Podcast for February 19, 2010
Episode 40

In Episode 40, K.C. Grant, author of Abish: Daughter of God, joins us to discuss her first published novel. We had a fun and educational discussion with Kim as she explained her research and what inspired her to write Abish’s story. Visit her website to learn more: www.kcgrant.com.

[podcast]http://www.ldswomensbookreview.com/shows/2010-02-19/ldswbr_episode40_02-19-10.mp3[/podcast]

Teaser Tuesday – February 16, 2010

 Posted by  Special Features, Teaser Tuesdays
Feb 162010
 
Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by MizB of Should Be Reading. Anyone can play along! Just do the following:

  • Grab your current read
  • Open to a random page
  • Share two (2) “teaser” sentences from somewhere on that page
  • BE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE SPOILERS! (make sure that what you share doesn’t give too much away! You don’t want to ruin the book for others!)
  • Share the title & author, too, so that other TT participants can add the book to their TBR lists if they like your teasers!
Shanda’s Teaser:

“Abish wasn’t sure, but she thought she saw a look pass between the two older boys and something of a smirk. She wouldn’t have been surprised if they’d laced the meat with some nasty tasting plant the way they were grinning.”
Abish by K.C. Grant, page 226





Sheila’s Teaser:

He warned them about the nature of the meals, about the possibility of rain, rattlesnakes and scorpions. …”Be prepared for very stiff legs and a numb bottom, because we will be spending about six to eight hours in the saddle on average a day.”

“Stop!” Molly laughed. “Are you trying to change our minds?”

He grinned, “No, I just don’t want you to have any illusions.”

The Undaunted By Gerald Lund, page 216
Hillary’s Teaser:

“If we are to be truly happy, if we are to reach our full potential, I believe we must create a place for the Savior in our lives.”
21 Days Closer to Christ by Emily Freeman, page 7