Set in a bygone era of second generation pioneers, The Circuit Rider commemorates a little remembered group of heroic men—early Methodist preachers who gave up comfort, convenience, and sometimes even their lives in order to ride their preaching circuits and establish their church on the very borders of civilization.

The Circuit Rider is not a very long book—it’s around the length of Anne of Green Gables or Northanger Abbey.  I’m having a bit of trouble estimating its age range—the plot is not super complex and might be interesting to some young readers, but it’s historical side and just Eggleston’s writing tone in general is aimed for a slightly older audience, say 15+.

You can jump straight to the end if you’d like to read my brief conclusion on the book and find a link to the ebook—or read on through for all the details!

Geneva Durand grew up in Chile, South America.  She is fascinated by history and enjoys the challenge of making it come alive through historical fiction.  Other genres of writing interest her as well.  She aspires to possess a Christian worldview underlying her writing on every subject.

Geneva is also a LEGO artist and has been active in the online LEGO community for several years.  Several of her best creations are visible here.