Lucia of Fatima shares the powerful true story of a brave young girl who stood firm in faith after Our Lady’s miraculous visits. A moving tale of courage, persecution, and divine encounters, perfect for readers 10 and up.
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First place winner in Catholic Media Awards Best Books for Youth ages 10-16 (2022).
Here is what the judges said:
B09b: Best Books for Youth: Books for Ages 11 – 16
First Place
Lucia of Fatima, Kathryn Griffin Swegart, self-published
A work of historic fiction that while geared to the younger generation can be enjoyed by parents and grandparents too. The story of Lucia being visited by Our Lady has been told many times over the years, but never in this way. Pressure put on Lucia to retract her stories about the visits by our Lady were unsuccessful. Her faith was so admirable and we can, and should learn from her. The chapters are fast reading, but very thought provoking.
Lucia of Fatima tells the riveting story of Our Lady’s visits to three children in the year 1917, told like never before. Walk with Lucia as she experiences doubts, persecution, and joy. Read of Lucia’s courage in the face of nightmares, threats, and armed soldiers.Based on Lucia’s memoirs and those of her Carmelite sisters, little known facts are brought to light, including her friendship with Saint Pope John Paul II who believed that Our Lady of Fatima saved him from death in an assassination attempt.Lucia of Fatima is sure to inspire young and old alike.Historical fiction for ages 10 and up.
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