Abigail Parker and the Shade Tree

Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered what your purpose is in life? In his fantasy adventure book, Abigail Parker and the Shade Tree, author Matthew Childress allows the readers to follow a thirteen-year-old girl on her journey to discover her purpose in life. Abigail Parker enters an unknown land full of mystical creatures caught in the ancient battle between good and evil. As Abigail becomes further involved in that battle, her purpose begins to unfold before her. With adventure and near death all around her, perhaps her biggest battle is the decision she must make within her own minda "a decision that will determine if good wins over evil. That decision is a simple belief that she can make the difference needed for good to win. With the help of her best friend and some new friends she makes along the way, Abigail comes face to face with the purpose her creator gave her. In Abigail Parker and the Shade Tree, you will experience the thrill that comes from living out your purpose in life."