The Mystery Girl
Marla Sullivan wakes up from an accident and has no memory of who she is, who she was, and anyone from her past. As she searches for answers, she discovers a plot bigger than she could have ever imagined. Marla cannot see the greater picture of why God has placed her in the position as a nanny to a widower, Tony, and his three children. When Tony's actions cause her to regard him with suspicion, Marla must decide who she can trust, the man who claims he is protecting her from harm, or the widower she is falling in love with. Through it all, Marla's faith in God strengthens her, helping her face the unknown and see the plan that God has for her life.
Book One: The Haven
For ages 8 and up; 220 Pages, Softcover.
The first book in The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle Series. During a storm on the sea, a group of orphan children are sent over the side of a burning ship in an attempt to save their liByves. While floating behind the ship, another disaster strikes the children. Desperate and alone, the eleven orphans land on an island and discover an old, abandoned castle hidden among the hills. With God’s help, they learn how to survive on the island and go on many adventures as they explore the strange forests around them. Questions remain at the forefront as they encounter many twists and turns: did their ship survive the fire? Who was Mordecai and where did he hide the treasure? Will they outsmart the pirates from the Jellyfish Gang? Follow them through their journey as they discover that God is in control and learn how to trust Him in every situation. However, will they remain faithful as they battle the overwhelming odds that ultimately lead to the biggest surprise of all?
Book Two: The Leviathan
For ages 8 and up; 271 Pages, Softcover
The second book in The Orphan series. A decade’s old superstition about what lurks below in the caves on the other side of the island is about to be challenged. Torn between doing the will of God or their own desires, the orphans discover that facing trials that come against them will bring their trust in God to a deeper level – but will life ever be the same again on the island? In the second book in a three-part-series, journey with the orphans as they learn that finding God’s will for their life can often be difficult, and the journey to get there often takes a road they would not normally choose. Follow them down this mysterious road to see what awaits them at the end – will the boys eventually get to see the great sea monster, the Leviathan, after all?
Book Three: The Champion
For ages 8 and up; 311 Pages, Softcover
The exciting conclusion to The Orphan series. Teddy came running over and grabbed Mr. Carver’s arm. “Is he here? Did McAllister find him?” He jumped around frantically. “Where is he, Mr. Carver? Where is Brock?”
Bruno and McAllister exchanged looks. “What do you mean, where is Brock?
Isn’t everyone accounted for here on the ship?” Bruno demanded.
Mr. Carver shook his head as Teddy dissolved into tears and fell on his knees to the deck. "It’s all my fault! I was supposed to be his buddy! I should have stayed
with him! Oh dear God, please don’t let Brock die out there!”
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Something strange is happening on the island! Odd rumblings, suspicious events, and newcomers are disrupting the islanders’ way of life. A challenge to participate in a series of competitions soon finds the orphans racing for their lives. In order to survive, they must make difficult decisions, including leaving someone behind! Will their faith remain strong as they battle the toughest tests of their lives? Throughout all their adventures, God always remains their faithful and unshakable champion in this exciting conclusion.
Fruit of the Spirit Gift Bag (Adults)
Gift your loved ones with this fun reminder of the Fruit of the Spirit in one package! Inside you will find nine items, each representing fruit as listed in the KJV Bible verse, either by having the name on the item (example: a notebook with the word Joy on it) or as a symbol of the word (example: candy symbolizing temperance; a lamb symbolizing meekness, etc). Actual items may vary in each bag, but the idea is always the same. The child's bag is geared for ages 8 - 12 years old. Adult bags are geared for 13-year-olds and up. (Only 10 bags available!) (Tax and shipping is included in price)
Fruit of the Spirit Gift Bag (Child's)
Gift your loved ones with this fun reminder of the Fruit of the Spirit in one package! Inside you will find nine items, each representing fruit as listed in the KJV Bible verse, either by having the name on the item (example: a notebook with the word Joy on it) or as a symbol of the word (example: candy symbolizing temperance; a lamb symbolizing meekness, etc). Actual items may vary in each bag, but the idea is always the same. This gift bag is geared for children eight to twelve years old. Also included is a treasure chest with instructions and items to decorate their own box. (Only 10 bags available!) (Tax and shipping is included in price)
Author: Cara Simmons
259 pages, softcover
For ages 14 and up
Now available on Amazon as a paperback as well as in Kindle.
The long awaited fourth book by Cara Simmons is ready to add to your library! This one is a different genre then the Orphan series. Written for older teenage girls and women, this book is about finding who you truly are in God's eyes, no matter what others may think of you or what you may think about yourself. God has a special plan for each and every one of us and each of us need to go through our own journey to find out what that plan is.
The cost of each book is $12 plus $4.00 for shipping. She does accept PayPal and Venmo. Email her for more information.
Author: Cara Simmons
311 pages, softcover
For ages 8 and up
Now available on Amazon as a paperback as well as in Kindle.
The exciting conclusion to The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle Series:
Something strange is happening on the island! Odd rumblings, suspicious events, and newcomers are disrupting the islander's way of life. A challenge to participate in a series of competitions soon finds the orphans racing for their lives. In order to survive, they must make some difficult decisions, including leaving somebody behind! Will their faith remain strong as they battle the toughest tests of their lives? Throughout all their adventures, God always remains their faithful and unshakable Champion right to the very end.
Book Two: The Leviathan
Author: Cara Simmons
271 pages, softcover
For ages 8 and up
The second book in The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle series:
A decade's old superstition about what lurks in the caves below on the other side of the island is about to be challenged. Torn between doing the will of God or their own desires, the orphans discover that facing trials that come against them will bring their trust to a deeper level, but will life on the island ever be the same again? Throughout this second installment of the orphans series, journey with the children as they learn that finding God's will for their life can be hard, and the path to get there often takes a road they would not normally choose. Follow them down this mysterious road to see what awaits them at the end - maybe the boys will actually get to see that giant sea monster, the Leviathan, after all!
Author's note: This one is not available on Amazon yet. It is in the process of being reviewed and updated and then will be available in paperback copy and kindle.
Author: Cara Simmons
220 pages, softcover
For ages 8 and up
Now available on Amazon as a paperback and in Kindle!
The first book in The Orphans of Mordecai's Castle series:
During a storm on the Atlantic Ocean, a group of orphan children are sent away from the burning ship in an attempt to save their lives. While floating in the lifeboat another disaster strikes. Desperate and alone, the eleven orphans land on an island an discover an old abandoned castle hidden in the mountains. With God's help, they learn how to survive on the island an go on many adventures as they explore the strange forests around them. Questions remain at the forefront as they encounter many twists and turns: did their ship survive the fire? Who was Mordecai and where did he hide the treasure? Will the children outsmart the pirates from the Jellyfish Gang? Follow them through their journey as they discover that God is in control of all the details and learn how to trust Him through every situation. But, will they remain faithful as they battle the overwhelming odds that lead to the biggest surprise of all?