Fiction Review

A Promise for Destiny
by Leonard Moody
ISBN-10: 1598002333
Review by Heather Froeschl

We think we are content in our own little world, and then boom, fate kicks us in the pants. Rather, fate tickles our hearts and inspires our minds by introducing new souls into our lives. In Leonard Moody's novel, "A Promise for Destiny," one man's world is turned upside down, or rather, opened wide to possibilities.

Lucas Ambler is a nature guide in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. He likes to be alone and is most comfortable in the deepest embrace of nature. Bringing his guests on guided tours helps him to earn a respectable dollar, though he could live off of an inheritance from his parents. His past relationship with his parents was anything but warm and fuzzy but his grandparents, the original owners of the cabin he now lives in, were loving and caring role models. Gram and Pop would be proud of who Lucas has turned out to be.

Fate steps in as a young girl runs out into the road in front of Lucas' truck one day. Fearing the worst, he is relieved to find that she is only scared and scraped up. Taking her to the cabin might not have been the best idea but this young woman is mature beyond her years and sees more than most people do in a lifetime. She seems to be somewhat psychic and has much to share with Lucas and the others in her life, if only they will listen. It is only the beginning when Barb says that she felt as if she were coming home as they entered the cabin. Within the next few days Lucas meets Barb's two sisters, and his future. Will he be able to hold onto his peaceful existence? Will he find an even greater peace? Just how far will Lucas go to keep a promise?

This wonderful, soul-touching book is a pure delight to read. It offers suspense, mystery and romance but also life lessons, appreciation for the natural world, and a reminder of the important things in life. It is a well written, exquisitely done work of art. The characters speak to you, the setting calls to you, the author reaches out to you. I absolutely loved reading "A Promise for Destiny," and highly recommend it.