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Tales of Taelis #3.5
Defined
Jacob’s brother is king and married. His sister is about to be. His younger sister is happy in her home. But where does he fit in? Is he too young for the job his brother has given him?
A story of faith, family, and identity. A Sequel short story to Courage and Corruption.
A story of faith, family, and identity. A Sequel short story to Courage and Corruption.
27 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 20, 2018
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Sarah Holman
46 books465 followersSarah Holman lives in Austin, Texas with her husband, Scott. When not working on her next novel, she can usually be found hanging out with her family, reading, or hiking at state parks with her husband. If there is anything adventuresome about her life, it’s because she serves a God with a destiny bigger than anything she could have imagined. You can find out more about her at her website, www.thedestinyofone.com.
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October 2, 2018
This was a short story, but I enjoyed it. It held a good message and was well told. It was a good addition to the rest of the series.
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August 21, 2018Jacob from Courage and Corruption was one of my favorites. This is his story.
August 21, 2018
This was tiny and enjoyable!
Jacob is very lovable, as is Christopher. I quite liked Lily as well.
It was so short, but there was also a lot to it, and the few scenes were vivid and interesting and each added something of importance to this small glimpse into the life of prince Jacob.
Also, there was some brotherly banter. Which I love.
It's about the inner struggles of a young person feeling alone as their world changes, and they're friends and family move on in life to other places or get married, leaving them feeling left behind, and unsure of where to go.
But guess what? God is good no matter what, and He knows something we don't.
The author's note at the end is fabulous.
Jacob is very lovable, as is Christopher. I quite liked Lily as well.
It was so short, but there was also a lot to it, and the few scenes were vivid and interesting and each added something of importance to this small glimpse into the life of prince Jacob.
Also, there was some brotherly banter. Which I love.
It's about the inner struggles of a young person feeling alone as their world changes, and they're friends and family move on in life to other places or get married, leaving them feeling left behind, and unsure of where to go.
But guess what? God is good no matter what, and He knows something we don't.
The author's note at the end is fabulous.
August 25, 2018
My Favorite Character is Jacob; he's wise, smart, and yet feels unneeded which is really sad.
Thoughts: I liked this book and read it in under 20 minutes which was nice but not since I really liked it. I enjoyed getting to read about Jacob and the others again. It is written with a theme of not letting any illness, wound, or anything likewise to define you.
My Verse for this story: Proverbs 29:11
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. King James Version.
Thoughts: I liked this book and read it in under 20 minutes which was nice but not since I really liked it. I enjoyed getting to read about Jacob and the others again. It is written with a theme of not letting any illness, wound, or anything likewise to define you.
My Verse for this story: Proverbs 29:11
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. King James Version.
September 7, 2026
Loved this one more on the re-read than I remember liking it the first time around. Jacob is one of my favorite characters—I loved him in C&C and Defined.
September 9, 2018
Another sweet little story, filling the gap at the end of Courage and Corruption by telling the story of Jacob, the younger brother from that story. Its a story about finding your value and your place: Jacob is crippled and thinks he is too young to be of any value. Wrong!
The only reason for the lower rating was some typos 'no' instead of 'know'. Good though, and at the moment this little book is going free on Amazon.
The only reason for the lower rating was some typos 'no' instead of 'know'. Good though, and at the moment this little book is going free on Amazon.
May 3, 2019
So, when I opened this story and saw Jacob's name, my heart melted a little. <3<3 I adored Jacob in courage and corruption, and I loved him just as much if not more in this one. I loved his relationships with his siblings, particularly the way Christopher trusted and relied on him, young as he was. I loved his quiet wisdom and humility, too. <3 My only issue with the story was that it was too short--I so want to know what happens with him in the future!!!
August 4, 2023
4 stars & 4/10 hearts. This is a great story with such an excellent lesson! I really enjoyed seeing Christopher & Catharine & Jacob & Lily again. An excellent little story.
A Favourite Quote: “‘If we want to preserve the stability of the nation, we cannot lose our allies.’
“At the cost of doing what is right?’”
A Favourite Humorous Quote: “‘None of [my counselors] stuck with me and are willing to say the hard things to me like you have. They are not my brother.’ ...
“‘There are others.’
“‘Other brothers? You know something I do not?’ Christopher chuckled.”
A Favourite Quote: “‘If we want to preserve the stability of the nation, we cannot lose our allies.’
“At the cost of doing what is right?’”
A Favourite Humorous Quote: “‘None of [my counselors] stuck with me and are willing to say the hard things to me like you have. They are not my brother.’ ...
“‘There are others.’
“‘Other brothers? You know something I do not?’ Christopher chuckled.”
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