Peace Like a River

By: Leif Enger

Narrated by: Chad Lowe

Born with no air in his lungs, it was only when Reuben Land's father, Jeremiah, picked him up and commanded him to breathe that Reuben's lungs filled. Reuben struggles with debilitating asthma from then on, making him a boy who knows firsthand that life is a gift, and also one who suspects that his father is touched by God and can overturn the laws of nature.

The quiet 1960's midwestern life of the Lands is upended when Reuben's brother Davy kills two marauders who have come to harm the family. The morning of his sentencing, Davy—a hero to some, a cold-blooded murderer to others—escapes from his cell, and the Lands set out in search of him. Their journey is touched by serendipity and the kindness of strangers, and they cover territory far more extraordinary than even the Badlands where they search for Davy from their Airstream trailer.

Sprinkled with playful nods to Biblical tales, beloved classics such as Huckleberry Finn, the adventure stories of Robert Louis Stevenson, and the westerns of Zane Grey, Peace Like A River is at once a heroic quest, a tragedy, a love story, and a haunting meditation on the possibility of magic in the everyday world.

©2001 Leif Enger; (P)2001 HarperCollins Publishers

A true literary treasure

Rates as one of my all time favorites. A truly wonderful reading and/or listening experience. I was initially disappointed with the reader (Chad Lowe) but as the story unfolded I grew to appreciate why he was chosen.

Didn't disappoint

I've loved this book for years, and hearing it here only made me love it more. 💜

Artful descriptiveness!

This was a beautifully written book. I loved the character development (every character came alive and played before me so clearly) and the artful descriptiveness of both story and setting. To truly enjoy and appreciate this book, don't be distracted. I was too often distracted and feel like I was robbed of the complete experience. It needs to be soaked up and reflected upon. I loved the faith promoting and spiritual undertones throughout.

Leif Enger's prose is amazing.

A beautiful worded tale of courage and faith. Leif Enger's prose is amazing. would highly recommend to anyone, especially Christians.

Must Read

Excellent read with engaging dialogue and content, read by a skilful story teller. Must Read!