The Jewel of Hope

Kaleb James is only twelve years old. So why must he be the one chosen to break a family curse? And will he be able to find the hidden jewel that stops a portal of evil from taking over the Northwest? "The Jewel of Hope" is a captivating story for young readers with a powerful and resonant message about the value of Christianity in their lives.

Five children in the same family have already died at the age of eight years old. The cause is a long-ago curse that has been passed down through generations of the family. Sparked by their grandfather's hatred of a Wavatee Nation Chief who married his daughter, the oath ensures that children down the line will die, and their spirits will roam Fountain Gorge, Arizona, until statues are erected to imprison them.

Kaleb and his cousin Kate band together to find the hidden jewel that will once and for all break the horrible curse. To do so, however, Kaleb and Kate must overcome every imaginable obstacle. A story of hope that celebrates the glory of God, this inventive, inspiring tale is certain to leave a lasting, positive impression on any young mind.