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A Land of Sheltered Promise
Out of the Wilderness…
Three Women. Three Eras.
Three Miracles.
1901
Plagued by loneliness on the Big Muddy Ranch, a sheepherder’s wife awaits the outcome of her husband’s trial for murder. He is sentenced to life in prison–and she to life without him. But a startling event could redeem their pasts and transform their future.
1984
Against a backdrop of attempted murder, federal...more
Three Women. Three Eras.
Three Miracles.
1901
Plagued by loneliness on the Big Muddy Ranch, a sheepherder’s wife awaits the outcome of her husband’s trial for murder. He is sentenced to life in prison–and she to life without him. But a startling event could redeem their pasts and transform their future.
1984
Against a backdrop of attempted murder, federal...more
Paperback, 432 pages
Published
April 19th 2005
by WaterBrook Press
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This is the story of Big Muddy Ranch in eastern Oregon, property adjacent to the homestead belonging to the author and her husband Jerry. The history begins with the Native Americans who once traversed this land, then homesteads with Eva Bruner, a young bride whose husband has been convicted of murder. Many years later in the 20th century, the land is inhabited by the Rajneeshees—followers of the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, an East Indian mystic and religious guru—a bizarre cult, with dreams of tak...more
A novel inspired by true stories of the Big Muddy Ranch by Jane Kirkpatrick. There are 3 different stories within this book, cited on the same piece of land in 3 different time periods (1901-1905; 1984-1986; 1997-1999). A paragraph that caught my attention is located on page 51:
“Suddenly she’s watching Mildred quilt pieces of discards. A calico dress. A faded feed sack with pink flowers. Black linen from a funeral dress. “Wedding dress,” Mildred says, though Eva hasn’t asked. The shapes are all...more
“Suddenly she’s watching Mildred quilt pieces of discards. A calico dress. A faded feed sack with pink flowers. Black linen from a funeral dress. “Wedding dress,” Mildred says, though Eva hasn’t asked. The shapes are all...more
This historical fiction tells the stories of three women living on the Big Muddy Ranch in eastern Oregon at different times. The 2nd story is particularly interesting, set in 1984 when the ranch was run by the Rajneesh. Jane Kirkpatrick's books are Christian fiction, not a genre I usually choose, but I enjoy her stories and the glimpse into local history that she provides.
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I always look forward to her new book and found this one at the little bookstore in Florence Old Town (Oregon). I read it in a 24 hour period--something I haven't done for a long time.
This book was an encouragement to see God's hand at work over a period of time. First in the life of a wife whose husband committed murder and she believed he would someday be released from prison and homesteaded on the Big Muddy to prepare for that.
Then, the same land was used by the Rafneesh cult which was notor...more
This book was an encouragement to see God's hand at work over a period of time. First in the life of a wife whose husband committed murder and she believed he would someday be released from prison and homesteaded on the Big Muddy to prepare for that.
Then, the same land was used by the Rafneesh cult which was notor...more
"A Land of Sheltered Promise" is a magnificent true story. I related to this story through the history of Antelope, Or. when the cult follows came to the area. I live in Washington state, but my aunt, who lived in Oregon, would tell us about this cult and the stuff that they did, like poisoning the salad bar in the Dalles, Or.
Later, when I became a school bus driver, I had the opportunity to take a Young Life group to this same place. Throughout the years that the cult left and Young Life bough...more
Later, when I became a school bus driver, I had the opportunity to take a Young Life group to this same place. Throughout the years that the cult left and Young Life bough...more
A novel that covers the life of three women and their time on the muddy river ranch in Oregon. The first a child bride in 1901 who tries to find hope through faith as her husband awaits his trial charged of murder. The second in 1984 a women tries to understand why her daughter has devoted her life to the cult compound of the Rajneesh. The third a women who follows her husbands dream to turn the land into something good, a young life camp. Through the twist a turns she finds hope, faith and her...more
I bought this signed copy in Antelope, OR. at the only existing business, Marion's Marionberry pies. It's a general store, diner, gift shop that supports the local population of 40 people.
I had to put a tack on the map there since I was a visitor from out of town. That should give you some idea of what this book is about. I bought it because I was interested in the Rajneeshpuram that took over Antelope in the 80's. Marion showed me the bit of red paint left on the door jam that she left as a rem...more
I had to put a tack on the map there since I was a visitor from out of town. That should give you some idea of what this book is about. I bought it because I was interested in the Rajneeshpuram that took over Antelope in the 80's. Marion showed me the bit of red paint left on the door jam that she left as a rem...more
In my autographed book collection, this is my favorite. The book consists of three parts (Faith, Hope & Charity) that are set in different times (1901, 1984 & 1997). I was immediately drawn to this book due since I grew up in a nearby community and can remember many of the events that took place at the Big Muddy ranch during the 1980s. I remember a community being torn apart by outsiders, who would have never been able to do what they did if it was in the post 9/11 days.
The third part o...more
The third part o...more
Was totally absorbed in this historical novel that covers 3 eras in the history of Big Muddy/Antelope,Oregon area. After discussion with my pastor about the current use of the land, I can better appreciate Kirkpatrick's gift for telling others' stories in a manner that withholds personal evaluation & critique. Not to argue it's 100% objective, but a honest portrayal of what's known from journals, interviews, i.e., - the stories of others.
I was fascinating that all three of the stories were based on true events and happened in the same place. I appreciate the research that went into the book, and the stories are interesting. But making up characters and putting words into real life characters was off-putting. I would have preferred a narrative history rather than a historical novel. The dialogs seemed really contrived.
I'm so sad about this one. I love Jane Kirkpatrick, but she lost me on this one. She bounces around between different generations and the more recent generation was way out there. The character is involved in a cult like group of hippie type people. Frankly, it was kind of boring.
This is a novel that is inspired by true stories of The Big Muddy Ranch in eastern Oregon, near Antelope. In the early 1900s it was homesteaded by a woman whose sheephearder husband was accused of murder(and later pardoned). It was a great book.
Sort of like watching one of those old western movies from the 60's. Not much to it but a good mind distraction.=).
Interesting story about the Big Muddy Ranch, but I didn't like it as well as some of her others books.
Kirkpatrick covers the nearly 100-year life of the Big Muddy Ranch near Antelope, OR, from its days as a ranch, then the Bhagwan's Rajneesh commune, and finally its redemption as the current Young Life Wildhorse Canyon camp. I've been to the camp, so the book was especially meaningful. Highly recommended.
Not my favorite of her books, but still good.
A good history of oregon.
I liked the first section, but didn't continue you reading beyond that. I like this author, but couldn't get into the last part of the book.
Covers three generations of people in Oregon, starting with a very young wife (age 15) left with her husband sent to prison for life for killing a sheepherder - she has to tend a baby, work and try to get her husband released. Second, it is a cult in a remote area that causes problems between the cult and citizens of small towns. Third is a promise fulfilled, a day camp for kids to learn about themselves and about God and the land. Excellent read!!
I have loved all of the Jane Kirkpatrick books and this one is no different. It is really three connected stories of the Muddy Ranch. Kirkpatrick's historical fiction (although this is based on true stories--more true than her other books)is engaging and inspiring. I also enjoy reading about the area in Oregon with which I am semi-familiar.
I found the history in this book very interesting. It takes place in an area if Oregon I am not familiar with. Three different events are covered with very interesting stories. I kept googling things as I read to know more.
Interesting. Especially the story about the Rajneeshees.
Three eras at the Big Muddy Ranch in Eastern Oregon, where the Rashneeshies lived. The first two novellas were the best, but I did like the way she wrapped the stories together in a tale of redemption.
Blech. I made it to page 150 before I gave up. I do not like Kirkpatrick's writing style at all.
Light and enjoyable
Told in 3 parts, this was the history of the "Big Muddy Ranch" in eastern Oregon: Cattle Ranch, Rajneesh Purim commune, then Wildhorse Canyon Youth Camp. Was facinated by it's description of the Rajneesh cult and will study that more...
May 08, 2013
Linda Warner
marked it as to-read
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