"The Silent Gift" by Landon & Kelley

A joint effort by Michael Landon Jr. and Cindy Kelley, The Silent Gift is a beautifully written historical fiction book.  The story of a single mother and her deaf-mute son, The Silent Gift is a tale of their struggles through life and the faithfulness of God throughout it all.

From the back cover: The decade of the thirties was a time of enormous uncertainty - for the world, for America, and in particular for one lonely, struggling mother and her disabled son. Their story is one of unyielding love and incredible sacrifices in the face of circumstances beyond belief... But then The Gift appears... where has it come from, and why? How can a young boy who cannot communicate provide comfort and direction to seekers who learn of his special ability? Whatever the source, its presence brings a single shaft of light and hope to Mary and her beloved son, Jack... Will it be enough?

An easy and enjoyable read, The Silent Gift is a book that will have you captivated.  I enjoyed the twists of the story, the tension of the characters, and the reminder at the end of how the story came to be.  Read this book with an open mind, remembering that it is a work of fiction, and you will enjoy this story as much as I did.

Thanks to Bethany House for providing a copy of this book for me to read and review.  Pick up your copy at your local bookseller this fall.