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For The Sake Of The King: A Novel In The Everking Chronicles
CHRISTIAN FICTION THAT TAKES YOU ON A POWERFUL JOURNEY!
Knowing the emperor strikes disloyal provinces with drought, Avi must journey to the world capital to win the girl he loves and save his village from a forced famine before it’s too late.
MORE ABOUT AVI'S JOURNEY
Avi can’t talk to girls, which really complicates his plan to marry the prettiest one in town. His only hope is an arranged marriage, but before his father will arrange it, he challenges him to make a pilgrimage to the capital, the center of the world, and home of the worldwide emperor. The pressure builds when Avi discovers that his province is toying with rebellion against the emperor, and will soon be struck with a forced drought. Avi’s trip may be the only thing that stands between their way of life and a devastating famine. The challenges he faces, the people he meets, and the wonder he shares change him forever.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING
I read For The Sake Of The King aloud to my family while we were snowed in. We read the whole thing in three sessions. The entire family was captivated. I don’t know of another book like it.” -John Bethea
“A real treat for the reader…” - John Claeys
“A very exciting novel. I enjoy sharing copies with my friends.” - Stella Clark
“I thoroughly enjoyed FOR THE SAKE OF THE KING. I had to keep reminding myself that it was a novel because Lucas Kitchen wove so many doctrinal truths throughout the book.” - Charlie Abbot
BEHIND THE CURTAIN
Are you afraid of being bored in the afterlife? In FOR THE SAKE OF THE KING, Lucas Kitchen crafts an imaginative tale that is more than it appears to be. This novel isn't just the fantastic story of Avi, an aspiring song-poet, on an epic quest. It's an exploration of the renovated earth centuries in the future when the world will thrive under the merciful rule of the Everking. Discover what life might be like during the millennial reign of the world-wide emperor and his resurrected shepherds. You can see yourself in this exploration of prophecy, which anticipates a new world already on its way. This book will open your eyes to the future realm and leave you eager for the life to come.
Knowing the emperor strikes disloyal provinces with drought, Avi must journey to the world capital to win the girl he loves and save his village from a forced famine before it’s too late.
MORE ABOUT AVI'S JOURNEY
Avi can’t talk to girls, which really complicates his plan to marry the prettiest one in town. His only hope is an arranged marriage, but before his father will arrange it, he challenges him to make a pilgrimage to the capital, the center of the world, and home of the worldwide emperor. The pressure builds when Avi discovers that his province is toying with rebellion against the emperor, and will soon be struck with a forced drought. Avi’s trip may be the only thing that stands between their way of life and a devastating famine. The challenges he faces, the people he meets, and the wonder he shares change him forever.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING
I read For The Sake Of The King aloud to my family while we were snowed in. We read the whole thing in three sessions. The entire family was captivated. I don’t know of another book like it.” -John Bethea
“A real treat for the reader…” - John Claeys
“A very exciting novel. I enjoy sharing copies with my friends.” - Stella Clark
“I thoroughly enjoyed FOR THE SAKE OF THE KING. I had to keep reminding myself that it was a novel because Lucas Kitchen wove so many doctrinal truths throughout the book.” - Charlie Abbot
BEHIND THE CURTAIN
Are you afraid of being bored in the afterlife? In FOR THE SAKE OF THE KING, Lucas Kitchen crafts an imaginative tale that is more than it appears to be. This novel isn't just the fantastic story of Avi, an aspiring song-poet, on an epic quest. It's an exploration of the renovated earth centuries in the future when the world will thrive under the merciful rule of the Everking. Discover what life might be like during the millennial reign of the world-wide emperor and his resurrected shepherds. You can see yourself in this exploration of prophecy, which anticipates a new world already on its way. This book will open your eyes to the future realm and leave you eager for the life to come.
- GenresFantasyChristian Fiction
362 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2024
About the author
Lucas Kitchen
51 books27 followersLucas is an Amazon best selling author with over twenty books written. His writing has been seen and heard by millions, through a handful of viral video projects. Lucas' books have covered a range of genres, such as sci-fi, urban fantasy, memoir, biography, children's literature, Christian theology, and more. In addition to his writing career, Lucas is a filmmaker, pastor, and international speaker. He can also be heard weekdays on the syndicated radio show Grace in Focus. He holds a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies in Bible, psychology, and history/political science from Letourneau University. He has a master's of theology from Liberty University. He lives in East Texas with his family.
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February 10, 2025
A nice story that tell some of the tenants of Christianity in a fantsay setting.
February 25, 2025
The type of story that will inspire
This book is a great fantasy book in all the right ways! It is refreshingly open about its theological basis as a story of God’s free grace set within the context of a coming Kingdom, but it doesn’t sacrifice the quality of a well crafted story for a watered down religious narrative - it can walk and chew gum too! As such, it is able to carry any fan of the sci-if/fantasy genre with a story line that draws you in through an adventurous and imaginative plot.
I’m really glad I gave it a read, and I’m sure you’ll like it too!
This book is a great fantasy book in all the right ways! It is refreshingly open about its theological basis as a story of God’s free grace set within the context of a coming Kingdom, but it doesn’t sacrifice the quality of a well crafted story for a watered down religious narrative - it can walk and chew gum too! As such, it is able to carry any fan of the sci-if/fantasy genre with a story line that draws you in through an adventurous and imaginative plot.
I’m really glad I gave it a read, and I’m sure you’ll like it too!
January 16, 2026
For the Sake of the King
DNF
I tried. I read 47 percent before I finally gave up. The writing style wasn’t to my taste but I pushed on because the story was strong enough to keep my interest but so many typos and poor word choice got through that I felt like I stopped at least once per chapter to edit the book in my head in order to understand where it was going and since I picked this book for entertainment, I don’t feel the effort is worth it to me. If it gets a good edit and an updated version, I might just try again.
DNF
I tried. I read 47 percent before I finally gave up. The writing style wasn’t to my taste but I pushed on because the story was strong enough to keep my interest but so many typos and poor word choice got through that I felt like I stopped at least once per chapter to edit the book in my head in order to understand where it was going and since I picked this book for entertainment, I don’t feel the effort is worth it to me. If it gets a good edit and an updated version, I might just try again.
April 22, 2022
A nice simple story
The story is unique, something rarely seen these days. The story took a long time to get going, but once it did, it was enjoyable. I would like to see more world building and less telling of the story, with an increase of showing through dialogue, description, and action. These are books such as 'Show don't tell that can help the writer to learn this important skill. I would like to see more books set in this world.
The story is unique, something rarely seen these days. The story took a long time to get going, but once it did, it was enjoyable. I would like to see more world building and less telling of the story, with an increase of showing through dialogue, description, and action. These are books such as 'Show don't tell that can help the writer to learn this important skill. I would like to see more books set in this world.
March 24, 2025
A great read! I saw this book pop up on Amazon for free and was intrigued and am so glad I got it. I am not as educated on the Millennial Kingdom as I should be but this book has inspired me to study more and also has given me even more of a desire to share Jesus with the world around me right now. Would definitely recommend and plan to share with it 10 and 12 year old boys who are very into fantasy.
March 1, 2026
Beautiful!!!!
Wow! Lucas Kitchen is definitely my new favorite author! This book filled my spirit with so much joy! As a creator, I love the truth and importance of shining our light (Jesus) through our creative gifts! The light, love, and joy make this an amazing feel-good book! I also love the example set for our relationship with the King!
Wow! Lucas Kitchen is definitely my new favorite author! This book filled my spirit with so much joy! As a creator, I love the truth and importance of shining our light (Jesus) through our creative gifts! The light, love, and joy make this an amazing feel-good book! I also love the example set for our relationship with the King!
May 9, 2021
FANTASTIC!
This book inspired me, with every page, to pursue a closer relationship with Jesus! After reading this, I can’t wait to experience the millennial reign of Christ. The author opened my mind to possibilities I had not considered. Read it! You won’t regret it!
This book inspired me, with every page, to pursue a closer relationship with Jesus! After reading this, I can’t wait to experience the millennial reign of Christ. The author opened my mind to possibilities I had not considered. Read it! You won’t regret it!
October 8, 2021
Awesome
What an awesome tale of what is to come. The author brings the millennial reign of Jesus to life and I could not put the book down. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
What an awesome tale of what is to come. The author brings the millennial reign of Jesus to life and I could not put the book down. I really like this book and I highly recommend it.
February 3, 2025
Enjoyable Story That Arises Thought
I enjoyed the characters especially Avi who often felt less than able which struck close to home. The story pulls you in while connecting with the characters.
I enjoyed the characters especially Avi who often felt less than able which struck close to home. The story pulls you in while connecting with the characters.
March 6, 2025
Worship-inspiring!
I got my copy for free but the opinion is my own. A work of fiction, telling the story of a "young" man coming of age as a result of a pilgrimage during the millennial reign of Jesus.
I got my copy for free but the opinion is my own. A work of fiction, telling the story of a "young" man coming of age as a result of a pilgrimage during the millennial reign of Jesus.
July 22, 2025
I knew that this was a Christian book when I began reading it, but I didn’t realize that it was not just a book in which Christian values were adhered to. The overall story is okay, but it felt a bit heavy handed and read more like a catechism than an adventure.
August 2, 2025
An amazing story
This story adaptation of the millennium reign of Christ is beautiful. The story made me think and reflect on my stewardship of the gifts that God is giving me. It’s a wonderful read well written and enjoyable.
This story adaptation of the millennium reign of Christ is beautiful. The story made me think and reflect on my stewardship of the gifts that God is giving me. It’s a wonderful read well written and enjoyable.
July 23, 2025
Spiritual impact
The Millennium may or may not play out like this, but what is important is faithfulness to the King. Read it, it might change you.
The Millennium may or may not play out like this, but what is important is faithfulness to the King. Read it, it might change you.
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