The Fate of the Yellow Woodbee: Nate Saint

Trailblazer Books (Chronological) #38

by Dave Jackson, Neta Jackson

A fictionalized account of the five missionaries who carried God's word to the fierce Aucas, or Huaorani, of Ecuador in 1956

Genres: Historical Fiction, Childrens, Christian Fiction, Christian, Juvenile, Fiction

138 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 1997

About the author

Dave and Neta Jackson are a full-time husband/wife writing team who have authored and co-authored many books on marriage and family, the church, relationships, and other subjects. Their books for children include the TRAILBLAZER series and Hero Tales, volumes I,II, III, and IV. The Jacksons make their home in Evanston, Illinois.

Reviews

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved Dave and Nita Jackson's biographies as a kid (both this series and their Hero Tales books), so I have been looking forward to sharing them with my kids. I read this out loud to them alongside my own personal reading of Becoming Elisabeth Elliot, which I specifically enjoyed for my ability to add nuance and details to our conversations and show them photographs. I was probably more moved by the story than my kids were (though they'll attest that it doesn't take much to make me cry ;) ), but it prompted some really good, sweet conversations and they frequently begged for "just one more chapter."

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the Trailblazers series!!
Read at bedtime with my 11.5, 9 and almost 7 year olds. My 9 year old is sensitive and fearful. This was a great inspirational way to share such an incredible story without scaring or upsetting her too much.

[Danielle Friedrich · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fictional character perspective of the true stories of the missionaries. I enjoyed reading the book either the kids.

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this to the kid, but of course it was me crying at the end.

[Grace Lynch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this book for school, and love the story and the details. It was a decent read.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well written (for children) story of the death of Jim Elliot and Nate Saint. We all enjoyed it!

[Glenna · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Fate of the Yellow Woodbee tells the story of Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, and three other missionaries to the Waurani tribe in the South American jungle from the perspective of a fictional boy named Niwa. Niwa is part of the tribe Jim and Nate contact with their plane by lowering gifts in a bucket. It is a wonderful way to introduce children of the courage and sacrifice of the men and women of Operation Auca. It is also an opportunity to share with them what life would be like among a group of people who have never heard of God's love.

[Keys2k · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow... just wow. Stories about Operation Auca are usually very touching to me... but this story went overboard just like the movie (End of the Spear). Niwa was a character much like myself- living on the edge, daring to cross the line. I enjoy characters that I can relate to. Also, the Christian moral in this book was extremely good. 5 stars most definately.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another Trailblazer book that I read. This one was based on the story of Nate Saint, Jim Elliot, and their time with the Auca Indians in Equador. A children's book, but one of my favorite stories.

[Astrid · Rating 4 out of 5]

I can't wait to finish it! This is an awesome book!