VITAL SIGNS by KATHY HERMAN is the third book in the BAXTER series, but it can be read as a stand alone novel. I have done just that. Having read and enjoyed many of Kathy Herman's books I haven't had a chance to read the other Baxter novels yet, but have put them on my Amazon wish list!All hell seems to have broken loose in the little town of Baxter! A missionary couple returns from the Amazon bringing with them an unidentified virus and fear is rife. We see how the different people react and how they deal with the fear and feelings of insecurity that come to light in their lives due to these difficult circumstances, and how the Lord comes through for those who choose His way by giving them peace in the midst of chaos.
A militant group feels that the authorities are not being honest with the public and we see their reaction to the fear of contracting the disease. Their answer to the problem is in violence and murder.
Dennis is forced to face his fear of fatherhood and commitment when his ex girlfriend Jennifer gives birth to twins. Jennifer and her parents are young Christians and we see how they face the situation they are in. Jen's father, Jed, understands Dennis, having quite recently had a real turnaround in his own attitude towards his daughter.
We see the medical staff trying to stop the panic by giving out all the positive news they can, as opposed to the media frenzy that is threatening to break out.
We also see the love and support that abound in this close and caring community.
This story is not only exciting but gives the reader much food for thought. The Christian message is strong as the author answers the often-posed question "why do bad things happen to good people?" by showing the goodness of God the Father, who brings good out of the bad things Satan throws at us when we trust in Him. All in all, it is a faith- building book and leaves us without a shadow of a doubt that God is still in control! I can highly recommend this novel.
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