Letters to Saint Lydia
Ancient Faith PublishingLetters to Saint Lydia: A Novel by Melinda Johnson
Lydia's life is in turmoil. Her family has converted to Orthodox Christianity, leaving her behind. She's about to leave for college, facing new challenges. One friend is pregnant, adding to her stress. Lydia desperately needs a friend. She finds one unexpectedly: an icon of St. Lydia. Young Lydia writes her troubles in letters, receiving guidance and love from St. Lydia.
Key Features:
- Author: Melinda Johnson
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 208
- Dimensions: 5.5 X 8.5 inches
- Age Range: High school and young adult (15 years and up)
Story Highlights:
Lydia's journey through trials and temptations is deeply moving. St. Lydia's invisible guidance offers love and compassion. This novel is a heartfelt exploration of faith, family, and personal growth. Perfect for readers aged 15 and up.
About the Author: Melinda Johnson is an Orthodox Christian, wife, mother, and writer. She is the bemused and enchanted guardian of a corgi named Ferdinand who supervises the writing of her books. Ferdinand also bosses Melinda's office, the deer in her backyard, her family's daily schedule, and her attempts to read quietly on the sofa.
Praise for Letters to Saint Lydia
"Highly recommended to teens and adults alike...Melinda Johnson captures the mind and heart of the reader and draws them in, as current-day Lydia and the timeless Saint Lydia explore their lives, struggles, desires, and needs." -V. Rev. Dr. Joseph F. Purpura, Chairman, Department of Youth Ministry, Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America