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Remembering Christy…and a giveaway!

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I was asked recently to share about how the novel Christy by Catherine Marshall—the characters, storyline, and setting—influenced my faith. And also, in later years, how it influenced my writing.

And since I love the novel, I was thrilled to share!

Learn more about Christy by Catherine Marshall

 

Do you have special memories of when you first read Christy, the novel? Favorite characters or scenes?

And if you haven’t read the novel yet, then…

 

 

 

If you haven’t read Christy—or know someone who hasn’t—please leave a comment on this blog post today by 9PM Central and your name will be entered in a drawing for a 50th Anniversary copy of Christy! You can share if you’ve read the novel—or haven’t but would like to!

I’ll draw a name by random after 9PM and post the winner’s name here tonight:

E.F.B., please send me your U.S. mailing address HERE, and we’ll get your book in the mail! 

Thank you, everyone, for sharing your memories! Loved reading through your comments.

Blessings on your Tuesday and much love,
Tammy

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Novelist, wife, mother… USA Today bestselling author Tamera Alexander has loved the lure and power of story for as long as she can remember. Now she enjoys creating stories set within the real history of the post-Civil War South and the rugged, panoramic vistas of America's West.
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  2. Believe it or not, I have never read the novel Christy. I would like to. Tamera thank you for always sharing from your heart. 🙂

  3. I have not read ‘Christy’ although I have read all of your books. 😊 Definitely need to check it out!

  4. I don’t think I’ve read “Christy.” If I did, it was a long, long time ago and I don’t remember it. I really don’t think it’s the kind of book I would forget, though. I don’t know how I missed this one, because I’ve been a constant reader since I was 4 years old! Thank you for the giveaway!

  6. I read Christy as a senior in college. It’s a vivid memory, because I cut classes to keep reading, which wasn’t like me! Great book!

  8. Probably one of my favorite books ever! I have recommended it many times to others, including a teen who didn’t like to read. It sparked a life long love of books in her.

    Have a blessed day!

  9. My goal this year is to read more must-read classics, and it sounds as if Christy certainly fits that category! I would absolutely love to read it! (I live in Ireland, but, thanks to a friend, I have access to a US mailing address.)

  10. I think I may have watched the show a time or two, but I don’t remember much about it and I haven’t read the book. 🙂

  11. Regrettably, I must admit I have never read Christy in its entirety. I did love the TV version with Kelly Martin. I have a special place in my heart for the Appalachian region. My grandmother was born and raised in the hills of KY and moved to the southeastern corner when she married the first time.

  13. Years ago I read A Man Called Peter but never read Christy. I’d love to read this timeless novel.

  14. I have never read Christy, but would love the opportunity to do so. Thank you for sharing this opportunity with us.

  17. I always heard so many wonderful things about Christy but I have never read it. I think I need to change that! Thank you for this opportunity.

  18. I read it years ago, and purchased an anniversary copy for our church library, but have not had a chance to re-read it. Thanks for reminding me what an inspiration it is.

  22. This was one of the first Christian fiction books I read when I was growing up. My brother gave me the book when I was in the hospital recovering from an accident in gym class. (I dislocated my neck on a trampoline!) So it has a special place in my heart and I have reread it many times. I’d love to win this copy, because my original one is falling apart!

  25. I just loved that book!! I can still remember reading it many years ago and couldn’t wait to find out who she would choose to marry! Someone asked me recently what was my favorite book…….Christy was my answer😌. In fact I was just thinking about reading it again!

  26. I watched the TV version of Christy with my children….so good. I loved Fairlight (was that her name) and of course Christy. What a spunky godly woman.

  28. I love the book Christy and have read it several times. I would enjoy a copy to share with a friend.

  29. I LOVE Christy, but I do not own a copy. I remember reading it in high school and being amazed with how different it was from anything else I had read. Last year I listened online to Kellie Martin read Christy. Her performance was very impressive, to say the least, but not unexpected. She really brought life to all of the characters. I highly recommend listening to Kellie Martin’s reading of Christy.

  30. I have never had the chance to read “Christy” yet, but would love to win a copy and read it. Especially, remembering it was one of my mom’s favorite novels when she was growing up. Thanks for the giveaway!

  31. I read Christy oh so many years ago (I was but a wee child then. LOL)! But would love to reread this lovely story. Thank you for sharing about it.

  33. I’m currently in the middle of “reading” Christy for the first time by listening to it on audio, but I don’t own a physical copy, and both I and my mom would love to have one. Thanks for hosing this giveaway! 🙂

      • Thank you for choosing me, Tamera! I was having some difficulty with your contact form, but I think I finally got an e-mail through? Please let me know if you don’t get it as I do really want that book. 😉

  34. I love Christy! It is one of my favorite books and I need to reread it soon! I have a sister-in-law named Christy, that has not read it and I have told her that she simply needs to! 🙂

  35. While I’ve read Christy, I have a lot of teacher friends, and I’m sure someone amongst them hasn’t read Christy. I read it as a young teacher and was so inspired by her ministry.

  36. I would love to win this book as I haven’t read it yet and it looks like a great novel to read. Thanks

  38. This sad I know. I’m not 100% sure if I’ve read it. If I did it was many years ago and I’ve forgotten. Thank you for the chance to win.

  41. I have read Christy and have also watched the television series. would love to be entered in this contest.

  42. I haven’t read the book yet, but I have recently discovered the whole series on YouTube. And I may or may not have been binge watching… 😉

  43. I read Christy a long time ago and definitely need to reread it. I have a sister that I think would really enjoy it, too.

  44. I read Christy as a teen and would love to read it again. It was a book in our church library available for check-out and I enjoyed it very much. I also watched the television series.

  47. I read the book, “Christy” but it was years and years ago. I also read the sequel to it, “Julia”.

  48. I believe I read Christy when it first came out! That would make me 24 at the time! I have read it several times but would love one of the new anniversary editions!

  49. Thank you for the opportunity to read this novel. I loved the TV series (we watched when I was a child) but I’ve not read the book. Yesterday, I watched Deb Raney’s video post reviewing this ‘wonderful’ book. 🙂

  51. I don’t remember if I’ve read this book. But I know my four daughters and I would love to read it!

  52. I read this book as a child and it inspired me to seek a medical profession as a ministry.

  53. I remember as a child my mom having this book, but have never read it! I’m anxious to read it

  54. Thanks everyone for posting and sharing your memories—and desires to read this book! I’ll post the winner momentarily! And thanks again for being part of this community. Hugs!!

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