Crossroads: A Novel

by La Resa Darrington

Intense drama about choices, and the danger and healing they can bring

Genres: Lds Fiction

215 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Ranee · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meaningful story. I agree with most all of the premises but the description and discussions were just a little off for me.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beth wasn't driving! While waiting the hearing, Beth visits Cameron in the hospital. He was badly hurt in that fatal car accident. His leg is badly broken and his eyes need healing also. Because he can't see, he asks Beth to read to him--The Book of Mormon. This story is about Beth's conversion and Grant's harrassment that she take the blame for his cousin's death. I was taken in by the missionary discussions and Beth's courage to know the truth for herself and not because of Cameron.

[Dsbsc · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a very good LDS romance novel. I knew all along that they were going to end up together and that she would check out the church and probably get baptized. It would've been nice to know a little more about the bitter older brother. It seemed that the gospel was almost too debilitating though, too much in excess where people didn't matter as much. I would've toned that down a bit, other than that fact it was great.

[Dorry Lou · Rating 3 out of 5]

This also is a new Author to me. This book is a very good example of what can happen in your life when you date out of the church. It centers around a girl Beth who made some bad decisions that changed her life. There was an automobile accident which left 1 person dead and Beth was accused of being the driver. She struggled to prove her innocence and began a journey that brought her into the church.

[The Flipped Page (Susan K) · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of my favorite LDS romance novels. There were some weak points for me, but the story with the accident, Cameron's gradual healing of his eyesight, the healing of the friendships, and of course the tender feelings that had never really left the two main characters, but deepened with maturity as they reacquaint themselves, made for a great read. I have it in my shelf for a quick reread whenever I am without a book.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Again, I liked it for what it is. A light, quick read. Romantic and predictable, but not without meaning. Any book that talks about the search for truth and peace and finding it in the Gospel of Jesus Christ is going to have some meaning. Not my most favorite LDS fiction read, but still liked it.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED this book. It was written by my friends mom and she gave me a copy for my birthday and I loved it. Its a girls conversion story to the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It taught me ways to work on my own conversion and shows that God never does give up on us and good always wins if it is a part of God's plan.

[Brenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was totally a story of conversion to the Gospel. A predictible story that had no surprises, but was interesting in how the church was described to an outsider and their point of view. A light bit of romance, but without any conflict other than religion.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A car accident which involves drunk driving, serious injury and death brings Beth to a crossroad in her life.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book , the struggle to overcome evil and an investigation of the church . great conversion story and romance.

[Martha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good for young adults I guess

[Megan Swanson · Rating 3 out of 5]

it fulfilled it's title, but he never did tell her when his temporary blindness was over. And there was no epilogue! I want to see something of the future and make sure they're together!

[Nancy · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good story that was very enjoyable to read.

[Winona · Rating 5 out of 5]

A tender rendering of love and the investigation process, with enough twists and turns to add color and intrigue.

[Claudette]

Slow