From Across the Ancient Waters

Sixteen-year-old Percy Drummond has no intention of letting the country atmosphere of his uncles Welsh estate alter his rebellious city ways. Then he begins spending time with a village girl Gwyneth Barrie, who is shunned by the locals for her own mystif

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“Michael Phillips has the unique ability to recreate not merely the feel but the impact of the classic George MacDonald novels. From Across the Ancient Waters draws you into a world where engaging characters and spiritual insights merge to form a seamless tapestry.”

• Bodie and Brock Thoene, authors of the AD Chronicles and Beyond the Farthest Star

"From the shipwreck on the first page to the lovely tapestry of characters and setting, From Across the Ancient Waters, Michael Phillips's latest novel, is a do-not-miss masterpiece!"

• Kathleen Y'Barbo, award-winning author

As I began reading From Across The Ancient Waters, my first novel on my new Kindle Fire, I realized that the very first “Christian” novel was The Heather Halls of Stonewyke. This was soon followed by the Corrie Belle Hollister series and many of Mr. Phillips  other excellent works.  Being a girl of fourteen and new to the faith I am ever so glad that these stories were available.  All of Michael Phillips’ story lines are interesting and extremely thoughtful.  Questions of faith are posed and discussed in gentle and considerate ways, never in a harsh or forceful manner.

From Across The Ancient Waters keeps these characteristics alive.  The young Percy, sent away to hopefully reform his bad ways, finds faith, friendship, and adventure in the Welsh countryside.  The characters draw you in so that you feel the pangs of young love and the heartache of losing someone you care for.  I was not ready for this story to end and am happy to know book two will be out in a few months.  The only thing missing was a pronunciation key for the Welsh words; I’m a little rusty on my Welsh.

(Tracie Coffey Coffey Reader 2012-01-31)

Phillips tells delightful stories that reflect his astute study of human nature and his passion for words.

(Kris Wilson CBA Retailers 2012-02-01)

Romance and mystery unfold along the rugged Welsh coast in the latest historical novel from Michael Phillips. Percy Drummond’s life changes when he meets village girl Gwyneth Barrie. Then Percy catches the eye of his beautiful cousin, Florilyn, and an unexpected request from Percy’s uncle changes the future for all three.