A Distant Shore: A Novel

Written by Karen Kingsbury

Narrated by Kirby Heyborne and January LaVoy

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Baxter Family novels and “inspirational fiction superstar” (Publishers Weekly) presents this high stakes love story of danger, passion, and faith.

She was a child caught in a riptide in the Caribbean Sea. He was a teenager from the East Coast on vacation with his family. He dove in to save her, and that single terrifying moment changed both of their lives forever.

Ten years later Jack Ryder is a daring undercover agent with the FBI and Eliza Lawrence still lives on that pristine island. She’s an untainted princess in a kingdom of darkness and evil, on the brink of a forced marriage with a dangerous neighboring drug lord, a marriage arranged by her father. This time when Jack and Eliza meet, there’s a connection neither of them can explain. Both of their lives are on the line, and once again, the stakes are deadly high.

Can they join forces in a complicated and dangerous mission, pretending to have a breathtaking love…without really falling? Sometimes miracles happen not once, but twice…along a distant shore.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
• Release date: Apr 27, 2021
• ISBN: 9781797122144

Karen Kingsbury

Karen Kingsbury, #1 New York Times bestselling novelist, is America’s favorite inspirational storyteller, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. Her last dozen titles have topped bestseller lists and many of her novels are under development as major motion pictures. Her Baxter Family books have been developed into a TV series now available everywhere. Karen is also an adjunct professor of writing at Liberty University. In 2001 she and her husband, Don, adopted three boys from Haiti, doubling their family in a matter of months. Today the couple has joined the ranks of empty nesters, living in Tennessee near four of their adult children.

Reviews for A Distant Shore

[Donna Larson Christian · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This has to be your BEST book yet!! I love it, the heart of the story, how well thought out the story line was. All in all, the best yet. Thank you

[donna · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It took me into a world I know nothing about and brought God into this darkness!

[Missy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a wonderful book. It has some exciting surprises throughout.

[Kendra Kennell · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great book to listen to. I couldn’t hardly take a break from listening to it.

[Annie Crauwcamp · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

Too much of everything. There is nothing real in this story.
Even though I am absolutely against human trafficking and would love to see every trafficker in prison, this whole charade is just to much. And too little. But never real. Too many coincidences.
I will not listen to this author again.

[Linda Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Eye-opening the “cause” more people should be drawn to thanks

[Eleanor Green · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a book you won’t want to put down. Full of one the edge of your seat

[Jaynes Miriam · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent Audio & Book. So needed! We’ll written and narrated. Could not stop listening and getting so caught up in a story that is a so heartbreaking reality.The scriptures fit each chapter .
Loved the ending. Justice, Restoration, Redemption , Salvation and peace and joy in the Lord. Loved the Happy ending . but Even helps us to remember to keep praying for victims who are still out there. God is so loving and faithful and Sovereign. The victory is ours because we serve a Mighty God. Thank You Jesus! Thank you Karen and all those who helped you with this book.

[Becca · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really liked this book (as per usual). Again, another story well told and also encouraging.

[Melanie Pratt · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was interesting story. I hate human trafficking so it really touched a chord for me. I was really frustrated with the technique of the male narrator. I felt he lacked fluidity in reading as he paused at odd places in sentences.

[Carin A Tutor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Thank you Karen! This is great! ❤️ I enjoy this.

[Careen Malahay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Highly recommended ! This is probably the best christian fiction I read this year ☺️ i love karen kings varies writing style . I felt like i was part of the book and the characters are very realistic. Looking forward for more of her works. ! And by the way , narration is also great !

[Josh Jones · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book was everything I didn’t know I needed! Wonderfully written with enough adventure, romance, justice, and all of Gods promises!

[Peter Barg · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Didn't finish it. Trouble downloading it. Sounded good so far. Probably top marks

[Nancy Kalyniuk · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Please put a synopsis in book details it helps to identify if Its a repeat read for us booky monsters

[Christy Janes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I did not expect to enjoy this book as much as I did! Karen Kingsbury's stories are always filled to the brim with emotion, tugging on my heartstrings all the way through. This book is no exception, yet it is different from what she normally writes as the subject of sex trafficking is the prominent theme.

At first, it seemed as though any type of connection between Jack and Eliza would be difficult to achieve as they both have deep emotional scars that they have hidden for much of their lives. I was so relieved that Eliza did not just rush into her rescuer's arms and they lived happily ever after. No, there was a lot of healing and trust that needed to occur first before they could pursue their attraction to each other, and believe me...there's no question about their chemistry!

If you have the opportunity to listen to the audiobook version rather than reading it in print, I highly recommend it! There are two different narrators - one male, one female - each telling the story from Jack and Eliza's point of view. In my opinion, it really helped to flesh out their connection to each other. It's also the first time I've listened to an audiobook with this format, and I wish more books featured it!

Fans of Karen Kingsbury should love this newest release from her, but I caution anyone that may be uncomfortable with the subject line as it is difficult to read for some audiences.

[Jade Campion · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So different from her usual stories but so beautifully written. Loved the main character male But found female a bit advanced considering she'd been locked in isolation for so long. Godly story

[Sherri Ellis · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Tough read at times. This book got me thinking about an organization called Hope For Justice. They help in rescuing children plus give them a home. They give them counseling as well.

[jennifer sanford · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was definitely different then Karen’s usual stories… but I absolutely LOVED IT! I’m glad I took a chance on it.

[Alisha Wargin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow…amazing story! Wonderful read! Emotional! Filling! Hope and renewal! Love!

[Natasha Prinsloo · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

One of her most compelling gripping books yet with heart and God at the center. Too good not to pass on, too good to not read again!

[Sadie Plotecher · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I felt that it started out amazing, but somehow along the way it lost some of that earlier depth.