Great Carp Escape, The

By Irish Beth Maddock

Description:

Tadpoles, clams, and minnows—wow! For siblings Beth and Paul, growing up on a lake is fun... until they’re startled by a “fishy” find along the shoreline. When they discover the scaly, moustached carp, they become afraid. Seasons pass, and Beth and Paul avoid the swampy reeds at all costs—until a flood brings about a life-or-death situation for the creepy looking carp, right in their own backyard! With guidance from their father, will Beth and Paul be able to overcome their apprehensions about the carp and help save them before it’s too late? Watch the Trailer!

“The Great Carp Escape truly captures the magic between children and nature. The story paints a beautiful picture of how all creatures on earth are God-given and shows how compassion shouldn’t be based on popularity or defined beauty. This delightful and touching story carries such an important message of acceptance and simply joy. A pleasure to read and surely a popular addition to any child’s home library.” ~ Illustrator Lisa Taron, The Pet Blog Lady

Book Takeaway:

An award winning inspirational fish "tail" based on a true story and a quiet allegory of the Gospel. The Great Carp Escape is about Jesus and how He brings us, (the carp) from dead to living water. As seen in the story, Jesus provides a way back from the things that do not sustain us to the living waters of life. And that without God, we are simply fish out of water. In addition, this story promotes some very positive values to our kids. It teaches young readers how to be a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves; to respect all creatures, no matter how ugly they may seem, and how knowledge and experience can bring about understanding and compassion. The Great Carp Escape also reflects community and how we can all love one another by coming together and serving one another. What is more, this story tells children and adults alike, that God thinks they are wonderful. This incredible love for us is truly, a message that we all need to hear, but none more so than our children.

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Why the author wrote this book:

I wrote this book for I was being obedient. The Lord knocked at 2am...! Based on Psalm 27:10, the parent heart of God.