The Vow: The True Events that Inspired the Movie

Kim Carpenter · Krickitt Carpenter · Dana Wilkerson

Feb 2012 · B&H Publishing Group

About this ebook

Life as Kim and Krickitt Carpenter knew it was shattered beyond recognition on November 24, 1993. Two months after their marriage, a devastating car wreck left Krickitt with a massive head injury and in a coma for weeks.

When she finally awoke, she had no idea who Kim was. With no recollection of their relationship and while Krickitt experienced personality changes common to those who suffer head injuries, Kim realized the woman he had married essentially died in the accident.

And yet, against all odds, but through the common faith in Christ that sustained them, Kim and Krickitt fell in love all over again. Even though Kim stood by Krickitt through the darkest times a husband can ever imagine, he insists, “I’m no hero. I made a vow.”

Now available in trade paper with a new chapter and photo insert, The Vow is the true story that inspired the major motion picture of the same name starring Rachel McAdams (The Notebook), Channing Tatum (Dear John), Sam Neill (Jurassic Park), and Academy Award winner Jessica Lange.

Ratings and reviews

The story truly inspired me... Loved it from beginning to end. God is Truly magnificent and all powerful. We just need to allow him to take over our lives.

As a young Christian woman, I hope that my future husband, whomever he be, will have the faith and strength as Kim. I pray we will always remember God is in control. Great read.

True story of Kim and Krickitt Carpenter. After just two months of wedded bliss, a tragedy like none other, happens.

About the author

Kim Carpenter has two children and live in Farmington, New Mexico, where Kim is deputy CEO for San Juan County.

Krickitt Carpenter has two children and lives in Farmington, New Mexico, where Krickitt works as a substitute schoolteacher.