The Work and the Glory: A Historical Novel

This entire series has been the best that I have read so far in my life. Out of all the reading I do for school, these books are better. For anyone, LDS or not, wanting to learn about the beginning of the church, from a historical view or not, should read these. It follows a fictional family through all of the joys and trials of an actual time and place. I would recommend it for anyone who likes to know more about what shaped the world we live in, or even for just a pleasure read. Thank you.

I loved the whole series! Gerald Lund draws you into the world of the Mormon Pioneers. I've read the series twice and I love it! If you like this series you will also like FIRE OF THE COVENANT by the same author, about the Willie and Martin handcart companies. Great!

The move westward takes place with the family going through many more struggles. A surprise is waiting for the reader as they learn of the conversion of what might have been those struggling to accept the gospel of Christ.

These books have strengthened my testimony more than any book I have read. I have just finished my seventh volume and can hardly wait to get the next book. I know the facts are true, yet it was written in a way that kept my interest. I am considering letting my non-member sister read the series. I think it may be more inspiring than anything I can say to her about the Church. I feel so blessed to have several friends who suggested that I read these books. I found as I was reading these books, I even enjoyed reading The Book of Mormon and Doctrin and Covenants.I hope you will write other books on the history of the Church in the same manner.

I have read all the books so far in The Work and the Glory series and each one continues to get more involved and better. Members and nonmembers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints would enjoy this series. The historical information in each book is accurate and proven by many sources. If you would like to read something wonderful this is it.