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All Is Well, the powerful and moving ninth volume of the series The Work and the Glory, brings to a close the Restoration-era portion of this epic story. It follows the fictional Steed family from June 1846 to October 1847 as they participate in some of the most pivotal and dramatically charged events in Church history, including the migration of the Saints from the banks of the Missouri River to the Valley of the Great Salt Lake.

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As this volume opens, the Steeds have been scattered — and the family is only split up further as the story unfolds. Will and Alice's voyage aboard the Brooklyn nears its end as the ship approaches the California shore. Peter and Kathryn continue their journey westward in the Donner-Reed party. In Nauvoo, Melissa and Carl find their situation growing increasingly dangerous and their marriage more and more strained. Other Steed family members are temporarily encamped at the Missouri River, where the Saints will set up winter quarters. When the United States government, at war with Mexico, calls for five hundred Mormon volunteers to form a battalion, some of the Steeds march with that battalion in its history-making trek across the continents. Meanwhile, other family members become part of the pioneer companies that, at last, establish in the West a place of refuge for the Saints.

As with the previous books in the series, this volume is populated with a host of interesting characters, both fictional and historical. And even though throughout most of the story the Steeds are separated from one another, hope remains that somehow all of them will be reunited, and with the rest of the Saints they will make the chorus swell: “All is well! All is well!”

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(The Work and the Glory #1)

'You believe me, don't you, Nathan.' It was not a question, but a statement, filled with wonder.
It stunned Nathan.
'You believe it all. I can see it on your face.'
For a moment, time seemed suspended as Nathan probed the inward recesses of his soul. There was still the incredulousness, still the sense of hearing something that couldn't possibly be true. And yet he knew it wa...more
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Published November 4th 2010 by Deseret Book (first published October 1st 1994)
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Aug 30, 2015Nola Redd rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Shelves: fiction-historical, fiction-inspirational, best-loved-favorites
I have to preclude this review with the statement: I first read this series while a high school. It was loaned to me (very slowly >.<) by an LDS ('Mormon') friend, and I was interested in the history of the LDS church. Much of the origins of the church are discussed throughout the series, as are the doctrines. As I learned more about both, I became interested in the church, met with the missionaries, and was ultimately baptized, though such had not been my original intent. As a result, thi...more
Oct 22, 2011Shawn Ruth rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
The movies absolutely SUCK compared to the books. Such an AMAZING series! I have a new, educated view on church history because of this series. I love how you can see Joseph Smith as a real person. I swear my testimony of him is SOOOOOO much stronger because of these books. The author was brilliant about researching all of the facts and making sure everything is presented truthfully. I think he was truly inspired. The beginning of this first book was a little boring and took me awhile to get int...more
May 17, 2008Jeanette rated it liked it · review of another edition
If I had rated this series when I first read it as a teenager, I would have given all the books a very enthusiastic 5. I loved these books but I recently tried to read them again and was surprised by how poorly written they are. I got about 1/4 through the second one before I stopped re-reading. A wonderful and compelling story that maybe should have been told by a better writer. (Now don't every one hate me because I just said that. I know how people feel about these books and this author.)
Jun 08, 2010Ranee rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
AWESOME! My VERY favorite books to read, are LDS historical fiction! I love the way that Lund captures the surroundings and the scenery of the time, and draws you right into the story! The early saints of the church have always amazed me! Joseph Smith, his family, and many of the saints suffered so much, at the hands of those who mocked and terrorized them, but the work of the Lord continued to move forth! I am so grateful for my pioneer posterity, who have afforded me the blessings of the gospe...more
Apr 04, 2008Lisa rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I started reading the Work and the Glory series when I was pregnant with our first child. I got really sick, so I was pretty much bed-ridden. My husband brought home the series and I devoured them. They are a MUST read, as once you start, you can't put them down! I LOVE how the author writes of true historical events through the eyes and lives of an imaginary family. This way, you connect with the world at that time, and you find yourself yelling, laughing, or crying at the book. Lol!
Feb 20, 2018Wesley Morgan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I'm surprised at how much I enjoyed this book. It wasn't as cheesy as I as expecting, and it told the story of Joseph Smith quite accurately. I don't think it's perfect, but seeing as our understanding of Church History is always improving, we can't blame Gerald Lund. For example, he mentions Joseph Smith's seer stones and his old treasure seeking work, but doesn't explain that the two went together. But again, that just reflects the cultural understanding of LDS History in the 1990's.
The only o...more
Mar 13, 2011Paula rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres. And I like Lund's writing style. I thought it was bold of him to invent a family, an interesting one at that, and tell the story of the early days of The Church. His account of history are well-researched and I was pleased that he didn't take real liberties with the actual people associated with the restoration of the Gospel. I learned a lot. I thought his characters spoke insightfully and Mrs. Steed, especially, was an example of a woman of fait...more
Nov 15, 2007Paul Finch rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Recommends it for: students of religious history, faith, Mormons
Vol 1 of 9 large volumes depicting the early beginnings of the Mormon faith as if you were there, compelling, inspiring, painful, lots of emotions as you go through the faith development through trials, persecution, families divided, etc. Very powerful, highly recommended if you want to get a feel for the beginnings of a world faith from the humble faith of its founder.... loved it (am reading the series the second time, and Vol 1-3 were made into films, now on DVD. You'll understand Joseph Smit...more
Apr 09, 2013Heather rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Holy cow! I loved this book! It is a historical fiction book about a family named the Steeds. In the book they hire Hyrum and Joseph Smith to help to clear their land, but because of rumors about gold bibles and angles, fire them from their job, to save face in the public. Still a few members of the steed family continue to keep in contact, and soon, begin to head on to their way to conversion. I was surprised how accurate this book is pertaining to the gospel! I really enjoyed this book, and ho...more
Feb 01, 2008Shelley rated it did not like it · review of another edition
I have to say that I could only get 1/2 way through this. I love the idea of LDS church historical fiction, but I felt the characters weren't very real, and had no depth. The dialogue was the worst part. I'm ashamed every time I say it, but to be honest, I just couldn't get through these. Any thoughts?
Mar 02, 2009Blessing rated it liked it · review of another edition
I read this a long time ago too - like Laura. I totally agree with the idea that I was 'there in the story with them while everything was happening'. I remember I couldn't put it down either. I read some of the other ones and stayed up late to finish them.

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Aug 09, 2018Emily rated it liked it · review of another edition
I haven't read this series in 10 or 15 years. And now that I'm living in the Fingerlakes Region it is great to revisit these books and read about areas near where I live.
Sep 02, 2008Kelley rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I LOVED THIS SERIES!!!!! I also loved that I could pick up some Church history while being completely enthralled with the adorable family!!!!
Jun 27, 2017Michelle rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: historical, lds-fiction, spiritual-inspirational, trips
I read this book in preparation for an upcoming trip back to New York to visit Palmyra and other church historical sites. I enjoyed learning about the early days of the Church from a fictional standpoint. It made it more realistic. As usual with the other books in this series, there were a lot of 'Sunday School lessons' in the middle of the narrative. But, I knew that going into it. I read it for the history and enjoyed the story along the way.
Also, I read it out loud to my 14-year-old son. I wa...more
Aug 03, 2018Ru4repeat rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
The first time I read this I felt like the first book dragged a little in several places.
Reading it for a second time I didn't feel that same sluggishness. There is a lot of backstory and introducing characters that does and needs to take place in this first book to accurately set the scene for the rest of the series. Understanding that has helped me to appreciate the attention the detail the author makes to provide historical backdrops to the underlying culture, emotions, and biases that exist...more
May 20, 2016Brian rated it liked it · review of another edition
i think my mom got this book for free when she bought something at Deseret book several years ago. she didn't want it so she passed it to us. it's been on our bookshelf for several years. after reading a book where Mormons were the bad guys, I thought I'd go ahead and balance that out.
I have mixed feelings about this book. the best parts were the parts where his characters were participating in significant events. the weakest parts were when they were just being filled in on what had happened w...more
Jan 28, 2017Lana rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I love this series. I read the first few books a year or two ago and just remembered them recently and decided to reread them! I definitely did enjoy it as much as I did the first time, although I did note that there were quite a few editing errors that I hadn't noticed before. There are other, newer editions of it, so I'm just going to assume that they got fixed later on. Regardless, after getting about a third of the way through, I stopped seeing them, so either I got so sucked in I stopped no...more
Aug 06, 2015Kierstin rated it really liked it · review of another edition
I'm realizing that I've previously been pretty good at saying this genre 'isn't my thing,' but wow. This was such a good read!
I'd been meaning to read this for a very long time now, and I'm glad I finally got around to it. Initially I had the intention of only reading the first in this 9-book series (because you have to admit that is quite a length). But now, I'm excited to keep blazing through them! The only thing I can really nit-pick is that the writing style seems a little awkward at times,...more
Mar 17, 2008Alissa rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: lds
I tried the series back when I was about 13 and lost interest half way through the second book. When I was about 25 I tried it again. For me the 1st book is the most difficult to maintain an interest in as their are so many stories to follow and people to remember. I found that I had to commit to KEEP reading to maintain my interest into book 2. From there my interest picked up speed and I really started to enjoy the storyline(s). I read through to book 6 in about 3 weeks. I would recommend this...more
Jul 29, 2011Allyson rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I was somewhat resistant to the idea of reading these books - I didn't take the time to really see what they were all about, I just assumed that since they seemed so 'trendy' at the time, they would probably be 'light' reading or even 'corny.' I was SO wrong... and I'm SO glad that I realized that if my mom was enjoying them so much and recommending them to me, they must be worthwhile.
This series, along with the Kent Family Chronicles (by John Jakes, about the United States), made me fall in lov...more
Jul 16, 2015Chelsea rated it really liked it · review of another edition
This book covers the time from before Joseph Smith received the plates through the first church meeting on April 6, 1830. Although there is probably less than 20% actually facts in this historical fiction, I really enjoyed it. The story made the facts stick better, and I learned a lot! I know much more now about what happened in Palmyra/Harmony/Fayette than I did before because the story strung it all together in a nice little package.
Jun 25, 2012Jeannie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Shelves: books-we-own, religious, historical-fiction
I loved it. I couldn't put it down. Fictional characters placed in a true story that I already know and love. Why I didn't read this sooner, I do not know.
Towards the end Gerald Lund sums it all up with one simple phrase--the fire of conversion. I don't think I've ever heard such a simple and accurate description of the drive and passion that conversion creates.
I've already ordered the next three books in the series.
Jul 23, 2008Mary rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
As a convert, I didn't 'get' the whole pioneer thing... until I read this series of books. They changed my life from being a little resentful (because I did not have LDS pioneer heritage) to being extremely grateful for all the pioneers and what they went through to bring me the Gospel happiness that I have today. I think this should be a MUST read for any Latter Day Saint.
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Angela rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Shelves: love-or-romance, favorites, for-kirsten, read-in-2015, historical, audio-book, church
I can't remember how many times I've read this series, but I still love it every time! This is the first time with audiobook, which is great because there are 9 very hefty books in this series and I'd never have time to sit and read them again right now!
I really love how it puts a more personal spin and an outsider's perspective on the events of the Restoration.
Feb 07, 2009laura rated it liked it · review of another edition
I read this book sooo long ago. But I really really enjoyed it when I did. It made me very happy and I couldn't put it down. I felt like I was there in the story with them while everything was happening. I guess I only gave it three stars because I no longer believe in the religion but actually it was an excellent book!
Jan 17, 2012Lauryn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I agree with my fellow critics--the writing style is almost unbearable at some parts. But the plot is VERY creative, and I gained a greater testimony of Joseph Smith and the Book of Mormon, which was part of my purpose in reading it in the first place. I also LOVE the Mormon romance, I'm keeping an eye out for modern-day Nathan Steeds. ;)
Jan 18, 2010Cindy Davis rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Really good. But I have to be honest, it took me awhile to get into it, sorry to say. But once I did it was great. I liked how Gerald Lund weaved the fictional Steeds into Church History. Vol 1 down, 8 more to go!
Jul 12, 2014Melissa rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Re-reading this series to get pumped up for the upcoming study of the Doctrine and Covenants for seminary this year.
I know the writing can be hokey at times. I know that it can border on melodramatic. But I can't help it ... I LOVE this series of books. Five stars!
Jan 26, 2016Brittany Fielding rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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I LOVE THIS BOOK!! It's got everything! Drama, church history, romance, scriptures and morals and some suspense. I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!! I think the coolest part of it is that I can learn about church history a long the way. All I can say is that the gospel is true!!!
Love this book. Love this series.

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Gerald N. Lund received his B.A. and M.S. degrees in sociology from Brigham Young University. He served for thirty-five years in the Church Educational System, and he served as a member of the Second Quorum of the Seventy from 2002 to 2008. He is a prolific and bestselling author of both fiction and nonfiction and is best known for his historical novels, including The Work and the Glory series, Fi...more
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