Daughters of Destiny

by Noelle Wheeler (Editor), Noelle Wheeler Goforth

A treasury of historical narratives, lessons and poetry for daughters, young and old.

Genres: History, Biography, Christianity, Family, Christian, Nonfiction, Religion

253 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Sheri Huffman Anderson]

I read parts of this book many years ago and just recently found it on my bookshelf. After all these years, I still remember several of the stories listed in the “Daughters of Strength” section. My favorite stories that I found most memorable and inspiring were: “Mother Of The Allegheny Settlement”; “Tried By Fire”; and “Guardian Of The Mohawk Valley.” I’ll never forget the Mother of the Allegheny Settlement story. No spoilers but as a mother of a toddler, she was incredibly brave in the face of a family of snakes. Would recommend this book if you are interested in history and growing in Godly, strong womanhood.

[Samantha]

Edited and compiled by Noelle Wheeler. I liked this book so much that I gave it 6 stars! Filled with inspirational stories of women of destiny, women of purpose, women of lyrics, women of virtue, women of purity etc. Women who put God first in their lives, you will be inspired and encouraged through their stories to give your all in your service to God, home, family and country. Also contains poetry and other inspirational writings. A proclamation of the joy of virtuous womanhood!

[Jaclynn]

Filled with inspirational stories of women of destiny, women of purpose, women of lyrics, women of virtue, women of purity etc. Women who put God first in their lives, you will be inspired and encouraged through their stories to give your all in your service to God, home, family and country. Also contains poetry and other inspirational writings. A proclamation of the joy of virtuous womanhood!

[Peyton]

This is a great book for history lovers!!! I enjoyed reading about courageous women in history. I think that every young lady should appreciate the history of the world and especially that of the United States. In today's day and age we have everything so easy and right there as soon as we want it. Take a step back with this book and see the struggles that women in the past had to go through!

[andyxo]

Literally the only reason I read this was because I had to for a book report.

[Amanda Amis]

I admit, for some reason it took me a bit to get into this book, but I found it very encouraging and edifying!!

[Simone]

[A little review of mine from when I originally read this book; going thru my old Excel spreadsheet of books.]

Lady Jane's story brought tears 2 my eyes… I pray always 2 have her faith & love…

[lysslyss]

I was SO apprehensive about reading this book at first! The image on the front is pretty misleading is it gives the impression of ladies with tea-party lives and frilly poofy dresses picking flowers for a living.

Was I in for a surprise!

Instead this book was about the strongest, most daring women in history.

My favorite was the one whose husband went off on a hunting trip and disappeared. One after another she sent her sons to find him. One after another THEY didn't return. She knew it was indians. Make a long story short, the indians ended up surrounding her home... she preceded to act like the one at her front door was her husband, so she told him to put his ear up to the hole in the door saying she "had a secret to tell him about the indians". He did so and instead of a secret in his ear... a bullet instead. She saved her remaining family members.

[Jillian]

This book has such amazing stories of the courage and faith of women in history. It really showed me how we can be heroines in God's eyes and that is what really matters. These women are such wonderful role models because they are always striving to be like Jesus, our ultimate role model in life. Really good book!!!

[Allison Griswold]

I really enjoyed reading about strong courageous women. Women who stood up for what they believed in. Women who loved their families, and were willing to sacrifice everything for the ones they loved (God included). These women are not your modern feminist, these were women of virtue, who loved their families and above all, loved God.

[Hannah]

I really liked this book. I think it was more written for younger girls but I simply enjoyed it and it encouraged me a lot. I can't wait to be able to read it to my girls someday if the Lord permits me to have children.

[Sarah]

I remember really liking this book for the most part. I do remember thinking there were a lot of sad stories.

[Rachel]

Read this more times than I can count. Fabulous stories of women who had courage and dignity while conquering hardships alongside their husbands, as widows and even as single women.

[Sarai]

I really enjoyed this book.

[Karissa]

Love all the short stories a great women of the faith! A must read to all girls!

[Teresa]

Great short, old fashioned, stories filled with fantastic historical references.