Logan Murdock thought he could escape his problems through video games—until his stepfather dragged him to a wilderness logging camp hiding a deadly secret. Now, fleeing down the treacherous Batchawana River with only a damaged canoe and his wits, Logan must learn the difference between running away and running toward faith.
The Awakening is a Christian fiction novel that combines wilderness survival with spiritual awakening, perfect for readers who love faith-based adventure stories and young adult Christian books set in the Canadian wilderness. This coming-of-age Christian literature follows a teenager’s journey from digital escapism to authentic faith.
This story has been ten years in the making. It was born from a moment I regret—a time when I failed to witness my faith to my grandson. That moment led me to 1 Peter 3:15: “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have… but do this with gentleness and respect.”
That verse carried me through the writing of this book. I truly believe The Awakening is God-inspired. And I believe its message will reach who it’s meant to reach.
The Awakening is the first book in Logan’s journey, with the sequel Wilderness Watch already in development. Logan’s story of survival and spiritual awakening is just the beginning.
Mark your calendars for July 15th, and join Logan on a journey that will challenge everything he thought he knew about courage, faith, and what it means to truly be alive.
