Christy Huddleston's dream is to teach poor mountain children. Join Christy as she crosses from the familiar world of parties and pretty things to the different world of Cutter Gap, located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. There she meets the doctor who needs her help to save a life and the handsome minister who helps her face the challenges of teaching and loving the mountain people.
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"This is a fun read. Christy, who grew up near the city agrees to teach at a school located in the smokey mountains. She is determined to stay as the local teacher and make a difference. The story continues with this theme and includes a little romance too."
— Katie (4 out of 5 stars)
" The last time I read this book, I was in high school. It means so much more to me now, since I have grown in my relationship with the Lord. Just an absolutely wonderful book about the love of God and loving people. "
— Kendra, 4/24/2013" I didn't realize this was a series. I think I've only read the first, but it was a nice little book about overcoming challenges. I'm all about easy reading. :) "
— Amanda, 8/6/2012" I loved this TV show so Mom suggested I read the novel. I loved it even more. Christy's adventures as a teacher and the lifestyle of the Appalachians were engaging. I was sad when the show was canceled. "
— Catie, 4/25/2012" A marvelous book but I don't what happened to christy after her sickness? "
— Rasika, 3/24/2012" It's been a long time, I just remember this being a good, wholesome, meaningful, fun book. "
— Emily, 3/7/2012" I never could figure out WHY she had any doubts about David after he carried her out of the water after she fell off the bridge! "
— Kristy, 6/27/2011" This book is so inspiring. "
— Bobbie, 6/4/2011" I love this book, but I don't think Dr. MacNeill got enough scenes. The book should be called NEIL. "
— Bri, 4/12/2011" Loved the book before it was a movie. "
— Cassie, 12/31/2010" This is a very inspirational book. It is uplifting and encourages me to be more selfless. I gave it 4 stars because I did find myself wading through at times when the story was dragging. Overall it is a great book. "
— Vonnie, 12/21/2010" When Christy goes to mountain backwoods to teach at the mission school, she learns that sometimes the teacher learns more than the students. A very favorite YA book, and I loved the miniseries. "
— Brandy, 9/1/2010" This is a great story of conquering self to reach out to others despite tremendous opposition. "
— Jacquie, 8/20/2010Catherine Marshall (1914–1983) began her writing career as a single mother, after the untimely death of her husband in 1949. She went on to write more than twenty books. Her greatest success was her 1967 novel, Christy, inspired by the story of her mother, which spawned a television series, a youth book series, and a made-for-television movie.
Jaimee Draper has been acting, singing, and performing professionally and as an amateur since the age of five. She has been involved with theater, radio, and commercial work for many years. She currently teaches high school speech and theater, narrates for Guideposts Magazine, serves at her local church, and enjoys life with her husband and children.
Jaimee Draper has been acting, singing, and performing professionally and as an amateur since the age of five. She has been involved with theater, radio, and commercial work for many years. She currently teaches high school speech and theater, narrates for Guideposts Magazine, serves at her local church, and enjoys life with her husband and children.