All good things—even laughter and orange marmalade cake—must come to an end
And in Light from Heaven, the long-anticipated final volume in the phenomenally successful Mitford Years series, Karon deftly ties up all the loose ends of Father Timothy Kavanagh’s deeply affecting life.
On a century-old valley farm where Father Tim and Cynthia are housesitting, there’s plenty to say grace over, from the havoc of a windstorm to a surprising new addition to the household and a mystery in the chicken house.
It’s life on the mountaintop, however, that promises to give Father Tim the definitive challenge of his long priesthood. Can he step up to the plate and revive a remote, long-empty mountain church, asap? Or has he been called to accomplish the impossible? Fortunately, he’s been given an angel—in the flesh, of course.
Light from Heaven is filled with characters old and new and with answers to all the questions that Karon fans have asked since the series began nearly a decade ago. To put it simply—it’s her best. And we believe millions will agree.
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"I read and re-read all of these books because of the beautiful Bible quotes and simple application of Word to real life care of others. These novels are written from a Christ-centered world view. We are able to enter and walk with Father Tim as he encounters the work that the Lord performs in the the hearts of those who appear to be hopelessly loss to us."
— Luvenia (5 out of 5 stars)
" Just reread the entire series. I needed uplifting, easy books and it worked. I feel better for reading them. Like life isn't so tough. "
— Noelle, 2/10/2014" Ah, that's better - happy people. Fr. Tim and Cynthia are farm sitting for a year and Fr. Tim gets to pastor a mountain church that;s been closed for 40 yrs. We meet a whole new cast of characters and, of course, many of them find faith through Fr. Tim;s good works. "
— Robin, 2/10/2014" I've enjoyed going back to Mitford the last couple of years. I would hope Ms Karon would do oone last book to tie up someunfinished business. I will miss Father Tim & Cynthia. "
— Wurtsboroboy, 2/2/2014" I have enjoyed immensely Jan Karon's Mitford series. A cozier collection of everyday, inspiring heroes I have yet to find between the covers of a book. The series is easy to read, the characters feel real and easy to relate to. I enjoyed this last book in the series as well but once I finished the book I wasn't sure that it could really be called a finale. Everything seemed sewn up too abruptly. The book ended and I felt like I was still in the middle of the action and wasn't exactly sure what had happened that the author felt justified in wrapping it up at that moment. But as I've had a little time to think about it I think it may have been just the right sort of ending. One long-held prayer is answered with a resounding yes it seems. But how it happened or what will happen next is completely up in the air. Kind of like life. "
— Whitney, 2/2/2014" In what sounds like the last book in Karon's series about the community of Mitford, we find Father Tim and his wife, Cynthia, "farm-sitting" at Meadowgate for their friends the Owens - about to embark on Father Tim's last ecclesiastic endeavor - the rebuilding of an old church in the North Carolina mountains. Admittedly, it's been awhile since I'd last read the earlier books in the series - and a few developments of the characters were lost to me (as I think I inadvertently skipped books 7 and 8). This was more pious than I remembered the others - although I did find learning about the different traditions and elements of the Episcopal Church really interesting - I realize that it might be a turn off to some readers. The characters, however, were just as delightful and this made me want to re-read the series to fill in the gaps. I'd recommend this to anyone who loves the Fannie Flagg or Garrison Keilor type tales of small towns and their quirky and lovable residents. "
— Alethea, 1/29/2014" The Mitford series by Jan Karon has changed - & blessed - my life. "
— Kathie, 1/9/2014" Loved this entire series. It warms your heart and feeds your soul. "
— Charlotte, 1/8/2014" The last in the series of Mitford novels. It wasn't my favorite, but if you're a Mitford fan, you must read it. Who is the visitor at the end? "
— Deb, 1/7/2014" A good ending to the series. "
— Donna, 1/5/2014" The mitford series is one of my favorite series hands down! The only complaint I have with the books is she gets kind of holly roller towards the end of the series. Other than that these are just great books!! You read these books and wished you lived in Mitford. "
— Mandy, 12/22/2013" Love the author. Love the works!!! "
— Hope, 12/9/2013" I did it! Read all 9 books this summer. Loved this series. Wonderful writing. I was completely drawn into the lives of these simple people. Light, enjoyable reading. "
— Nancy, 12/9/2013" Another fun read from Jan Karon. No great drama, but just homey, every day life. The characters are real people, with their flaws and quirkiness. "
— Leanne, 11/25/2013" Good book, these are always just nice feel good books. "
— Tracy, 11/15/2013" This is a series you don't want to end. Luckily Jan Karon has done a couple post series Father Tim books. I have already started to collect this series and will re-read them again, especially when I need a sense of peace. "
— Mary, 10/11/2013" Love the Mitford series!!! "
— Shannon, 10/8/2013" It took forever to finish this book because I kept dozing off. If you have insomnia this is the book for you. "
— Carol, 7/12/2013" This is EXACTLY the break I need! I love this author!!!! I'm listening to this one and LOVE the reader's voice. "
— Sonja, 6/16/2013" I was a little hesitant to read this one, because I don't want the series to end! In the end, I coudln't stay away. It was another great book. "
— Jeannie, 5/14/2013" Reading through the Mitford series in random order this time according to availability. If you haven't read any, start at the beginning because there are so many characters that evolve. Cozy reading, faith meets daily life, small town intimacy, scriptural references affirm my convictions. "
— Christina, 5/10/2013" I finished it--every time I think I'm done with Mitford, I get sucked back in, but honestly, I didn't really care too much about the new people introduced. I still want to know everything about the characters she's woven into the town through the years, so I suppose I'll be back again. "
— Missy, 2/19/2013" Beautiful ending to a great series. "
— Erin, 12/17/2012" I enjoy the clean cut quality of the books in this series and the spiritual components. Jan Karon portrays her characters complete with flaws, and with lots of laughs, in addition to some serious moments. "
— Kathleen, 11/15/2012" I recommend all the books in the Mitford/Father Tim series by Jan Karon. All are compelling reads that you cannot put down. They are touching. They have sad parts. They are funny. They are uplifting. I feel like Father Tim is a trusted friend now. Read them in order if you can. "
— Dawn, 10/27/2012" four stars for making me feel a little less homesick. i loved this series. i definitely recommend it to you if you are sixty or older. i will miss all my little small town friends. "
— Abby, 9/12/2012" The perfect story to complete the Mitford series. I have really enjoyed reading the stories and I look forward to reading more of Jan Karon's books. "
— Andrea, 5/25/2012" This was an amazing series! I am really sad that this was the last book in the series. Now I will start the Father Tim series. "
— Karen, 5/23/2012" This was bitter sweet because it was the end of the Mitford series. I really am going to miss all the people in this book. I feel like their part of my family. I will especially remember this book because it helped me pass time during my bed rest. "
— April, 1/11/2012" So sad to see this series come to an end. "
— Suzanne, 12/18/2011" Jan Karon is getting better and better. Her books are so soothing and thoughtful. "
— Jody, 11/8/2011" Done with the Mitford series! "
— Jen, 10/13/2011" I love the enitre Mitford series. It is like lying on a blanket, in the sun on a clear day. You can savor every page ... like candy!!! You will fall in love with all of the characters and want to read every book ... in order!! "
— Heather, 9/23/2011" Always enjoy reading these upbeat and positive novels. "
— Lila, 4/10/2011" This one does wrap things up nicely and I enjoyed the series, but it was a little long... "
— Brandalyn, 2/28/2011" Jan Karon is getting better and better. Her books are so soothing and thoughtful. "
— Jody, 1/10/2011" wonderful peaceful encouraging book, but sad because it's over "
— Cathy, 11/5/2010" Couldn't wait to dive into! "
— Lisa, 11/4/2010" The perfect story to complete the Mitford series. I have really enjoyed reading the stories and I look forward to reading more of Jan Karon's books. "
— Andrea, 11/2/2010" One of my favorite Mitford books! "
— Linda, 8/31/2010" a series so good, i bought the 8 I was not given "
— Deb, 8/18/2010" Harder to really keep up this time. It's been a long time since I had read one of her books. "
— Emily, 8/18/2010" The Mitford series by Jan Karon has changed - & blessed - my life. "
— Kathie, 6/7/2010" I have enjoyed reading all of the books in this series. It was sad to read the last book and to have it actually end. This book was my favorite of all of the books! "
— Amy, 5/29/2010" This was an amazing series! I am really sad that this was the last book in the series. Now I will start the Father Tim series. "
— Karen, 5/23/2010Jan Karon is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books, including the Mitford novels, the Father Tim novels, a popular cookbook, and several books for children. She lives near Mr. Jefferson’s Monticello, a World Heritage site in Central Virginia.
John McDonough, one of AudioFile magazine’s Golden Voices, has narrated dozens of audiobooks, and won eleven Earphones Awards. He is known for his narrations of children’s books, including Robert McCloskey’s Centerburg Tales and Albert Marrin’s Commander-in-Chief Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. Outside of his audiobook work, he has starred in a revival of Captain Kangaroo on the Fox Network.