{"product_id":"the-chosen-kids-encounter-at-the-dunes-the-chosen-kids-saga","title":"The Chosen Kids: Encounter at the Dunes (The Chosen Kids Saga)","description":"Goonies meets Narnia in this supernatural Christian adventure that combines themes such as following your calling, trusting God, obeying the Holy Spirit, looking to Jesus for strength, spiritual warfare, serving the least of these, loving your neighbor, forgiveness, and more!\nThe Chosen Kids are relatable, rough-around-the-edges, unlikely heroes who embark on a summer quest that will change their lives forever. Readers will follow along as these lovable, wisecracking kids strive to save the country from evil beings disguised as humans, while finding their identities in Christ! This is book one in The Chosen Kids Saga.\nWhat if you were just an ordinary kid one minute and tasked by God with saving His world the next?\nOn the sunny coast of California, 11-year-old book lover Caiden and his family set off for The Dunes after months of lockdown. Caiden decides to leave his book at home for the trip and explore the beach for once.\n\nTheir fun-filled day is interrupted when an encounter sends the group on a secret mission to save humanity. Caiden was hoping for a fun adventure, not a dangerous quest! He’d like to put it off for ten years—or at least a week!\nEach of the family members is appointed a certain job and receives a supernatural tool based on their skills and traits. But reluctant Caiden struggles with his task and threatens their success. With only one afternoon to learn their new roles, the Chosen Kids must put faith over fear and rely on the Holy Spirit’s guidance to prevent the enemy from causing an unnatural disaster in their Golden State.\n\nAlong with supernatural objects, spiritual growth, and amusing kid banter \u0026amp; antics, this easy-to-read middle grade series offers a fun \u0026amp; thrilling adventure with action, mystery, suspense, humor, chills \u0026amp; thrills, and cliffhanger chapter endings to keep your child turning the pages! What readers are saying about this book:\n\"My Sunday school class was so happy to hear me reading it, you could have heard a pin drop.\"—Brenda\n\"I really like the book, the adventure that every character goes through. A very great Christian book\"—Dusty, 12-yr-old reader.\n\"It reminded me of Percy Jackson.\"—Josh, 12-yr-old reader.\n\"(I liked that) They saved the planet, even though they are just kids.\"—Jedediah, 12-yr-old reader.\"\nA simple, but charming book that is sure to entertain young readers.\"—David,\n\"This is a great book! It's full of action, adventure, and suspense. It hooks you on the first page and doesn't let go. —Ann\n\"The snappy action and style reminded me of Percy Jackson but rooted instead in the Christian faith with an emphasis on family.\"—Nicolas Day, author of Into the Great Marinara.\nGrab a copy for your young believer to begin the redemptive journey today. Don't miss book two in the saga—Encounter at Paradise!\nThe Chosen Kids step into their new roles without fear or reluctance. With revived faith and God's blessed tools, they embark on their second hunt—ready to track, capture, and expel the enemy. But the day becomes a tedious game of hide-and-seek on the slopes of Mount Rainier as the family races to get ahead of the fiend. When the unthinkable happens, and their mission becomes personal, they must listen to the Holy Spirit and trust God's plan.\n\nContinue the Saga with books three and four! Book Five coming April 2027! Now is the time for a Middle-Grade Jesus Revolution!\u003cbr\u003eASIN: B09NKL36KK\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.B09NKL36KK.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Ruiz, R.M.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43719692058685,"sku":"BVV.B09NKL36KK.G","price":8.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/B09NKL36KK-0.jpg?v=1790377521","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-chosen-kids-encounter-at-the-dunes-the-chosen-kids-saga","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}