Keepers of the Field is a spiritual adventure story—the journey of a man-child named Charlie Smithson who decides to leave the pinnacle of success and risk it all to become a true man. Charlie is led deep into the wilderness by a guide named Moses, where he encounters the mysterious forces of ‘The Committee’, and is trained to become their messenger. He is then abandoned, and must go on alone toward an encounter that will either destroy him, or reveal the secrets of the Field.
I was raised in a small agricultural community in the American midwest. As a young man, I took 26 trips into the Canadian Wilderness, the rugged north country that became the earth of my novel Keepers of the Field. It was my great pleasure to have a long and distinguished career as a lawyer and mediator. My wife Mary and I now live in Boulder, Colorado with our three kids and a little dog named Tinker Bell.
Keepers of the Field isn't just a great summer read. It's the adventure you didn't know you wanted or needed. Hostetter's luscious and unrelenting trek into the "more" grabs you by the soul and doesn't let go.
A deeply uplifting and beautifully written book that invites readers into a life of purpose, presence, and spiritual unity. Ross Hostetter’s thoughtful insights are both gentle and profound, offering practical wisdom for anyone seeking a more connected and meaningful way of living. Keepers of the Field blends reflection, clarity, and heart in a way that stays with you long after you put it down. This is a book that nourishes the soul and inspires transformation.