The Krystal Promise

by Blaine M. Yorgason, Brenton G. Yorgason

There were eight people in the bus when it burst into flame. Seven escaped. Despite frantic efforts to rescue her, 18 month old Krystal, the youngest of six children, died. This is not only the story of a death but also the story of a life - the life of Laura, Krystal's mother. How does a grief-stricken mother reconcile herself to such a tragic loss? As she calls upon the reserves of faith, what are some of the emotional and spiritual challenges to be faced? Though the story reads like fiction, it is actually a true-to-life account of one family's experience. It is a moving story of faith and of hope, but more than all else it is a story of love.

Genres: Lds Fiction, Lds, Nonfiction, Religion

81 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

Blaine M. Yorgason was born in Sanpete County, Utah. He attended Brigham Young University and received both a BA and MA in History. Blaine and his wife Kathleen have 7 children and numerous grandchildren.

Reviews

[Debby · Rating 3 out of 5]

Krystal is the 6th child in a strong Mormon family. She's a very special child to everyone. When she's 18-months-old, the family goes to visit their grandparents - camping in their converted bus. There's a gas leak and the bus explodes with fire. Everyone gets out except Krystal - the mom thought the dad had her and vice versa. The family is devastated. The mother especially struggle to understand and forgive herself, even though she's a very spiritual person. Prayers are answered by not usually the way she's asked them to be answered.

[Katelin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book totally tugged at my heartstrings. Even though it was a sad story, I liked it because it portrayed the death of a child in a way that was real. It portrayed a family asking questions about Krystal's death in a way that was realistic.

[Swhe641200 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was given to me on 1991. 30 years ago by those dear friend from 49th Ward a I think as released from R S. I read it then and again now. Sad story but great strength and faith of a wonderful family and Lovingly Heavenly Father. His time is not our time. What a important lesson.

[Tiffany Farnsworth · Rating 5 out of 5]

You will cry...

[Cheri · Rating 1 out of 5]

I wish this book would go away. This loss was a terrible tragedy that shaped lives in ways that cannot be understood. I can't believe people are still reading this trash.

[Elisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I first read The Krystal Promise when I was about 14. I remember thinking that it was a sad and horrible story. I made the mistake of reading it again when I was pregnant with my second daughter. Big mistake. I highly recommend against reading this after you've become a parent. You will cry. And then, you will go find your children and hold them and tell them that you love them. If you choose to read The Krystal Promise, make sure you have a box of Kleenex's on hand.

[Bonnie]

I first read this book when I was about 12. I've read it many, many times since. I have my original copy still. It makes me cry everytime...REALLY cry! It is very sad, but at the same time, I find it to be very uplifting in the sense that the mother has such an understanding of eternal families and that her daughter lives on. Great book!

[Suzy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This story is a true-to-life account of one family's experience of losing their baby in a fire. It is a moving story of faith, hope, and love. A very good reminder to always make the most of the time you have with your children!

[nanette · Rating 5 out of 5]

so inspiring but heart renching tale of a mothers fight to come to terms with the loss of a precious daughter in a fire
first read when i was a teenager and re read as an adult and a mum, had much more poignancy for me

[Vonnie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a heart wrenching for me. The subject matter was too close to home. It was good for me to read. I am grateful we had a near miss this summer and feel total empathy towards this family.

[Karijean31 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this as a teen and loved it and it still makes me cry

[Nickie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book probably 20 years ago but I still remember some of the details. Heart-wrenching story but ended with hope.

[Blythe Lincoln · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book that I can remember my Mom reading to me when I was little. I have always loved this book, even though it makes me cry!

[Tori · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a tear jerker! BUT love the concept of eternal marriage and families.

[Suzana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful but very sad true story of a mother's struggle to understand the why of her daughter's death.

[Lana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book. Will make you cry.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this around the age of 12. I sobbed so hard my mother threatened to ground me from reading it. Will never forget how it made me feel.

[Deborah Hecht]

I read this book once years ago and just felt like reading it again. I can't imagine the grief and pain of losing a child this way. I am amazed at the faith of this family.

[Abby · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is Amazing! If you haven't read it you need to, it will also make you cry!

[Denae · Rating 4 out of 5]

So sad and heartbreaking!

[Maggie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helps to understand how loss is not always a terrible tragedy.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book will tug on your heart strings. A good read for any female, especially a mother.