Part I follows a boy and a girl from early childhood into young adulthood as they grow to resolve typical issues of personal identity as well as practices and beliefs of increasingly widespread acceptance that challenge our Christian beliefs and heritage as well as age-old norms for human behavior.
A chapter is given to every two years in their lives with an orientation to traditional values, but with very clear statements from the main characters supporting kindness, strength, and generosity for those with different beliefs and ways of living.
Vocabulary, sentence structure and length, and content vary by chapter according to the ages of the main characters. Chapters one through three may be read to or with children ages 3-9, chapters four through six ages 9-13, chapters seven through nine are for ages 15-21. Those without children may like to accompany Donald and Linda in their formative stages of growth.
Parts II and III are intended for young adults through readers in their elder years. Opportunities and challenges of personal growth and relationships test and develop the integrity of each character, always with the prevailing wisdom of Christian beliefs, moral values, and ethics.
Midwest Book Review:
Critique: With a warm and inviting tone, Livengoods Living Well encourages readers to embark on their own discovery—both in the world and within themselves. It serves as a beautiful reminder that life, whether physical or metaphorical, is a powerful catalyst for understanding and empathy.
Douglas W. Price, displays a passion for personal growth and faith, through his descriptive words. His storytelling invites readers to step into the lives of his characters and experience the challenges that shape them. Through his thoughtful narrative, readers gain a deeper understanding of the personal journeys and defining moments that influence each individual's growth.