Wonderful story of redemption and healing
923791
This book is a must read for anyone who has seen the horrors of war or experienced the horrors of life. It is a story of redemption and healing. It is an easy to read story that reminds one that there is healing for the warriors among us.
4898749
I read this amazing book in less than 24 hours.  I could not put it down!  The author takes the reader along for an emotional story of an unimaginable, but all too real tragedy which led to her spiritual journey of healing and an even stronger trust in God.  It is so moving!  I cried, and cried, and then cheered her on as she began to emerge from the sadness to see renewed hope.  It is healing for those who need help moving forward after the recent tragedies in Louisiana and Texas.  Thank you, Karen, for sharing such a vulnerable part of you to help us!
3020252
This is an amazing story that details Ms. Erickson's journey. Her writing makes her story easy to read and to understand. I would highly recommend this book for someone seeking HOPE and true recovery from addiction as well as those who are supporting a recovering addict. It is wonderful to know that this book has been written as a testament to God's power and know that HE can heal you.
917729
This is a beautiful story of love and it's capacity to heal the worst of pains. Her characters can be heard and felt and become part of you. Despite my tears, I found great joy and peace in this journey.
215672
From the first chapter, I was captured with reading this story. We start out following Valerie and her family as they go through a difficult financial situation, moving them across the country. It is clear there are difficult relationship dynamics among the family members, with a troubling past that is revealed slowly as the story unwraps. A series of events leads to amnesia and surrendering to the Lord for healing of the entire family, learning to trust Him alone.

I really enjoyed reading about this family and would love to read more as Shannon continues her series. Particularly seeing the stories behind several other characters, her daughter, sister and even the other ladies she meets in her journey. I really related to the characters in the story, loving how it slowly unwrapped what was truly going on.
It was an inspiring story and I particularly loved the discussion questions included at the back of the novel to unpack some of the thoughts it provokes. I would highly recommend this wonderful piece of fiction as it is uplifting and fun to read!
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I loved this book simply because it was a wonderful story of finding redemption based on your own worth.  A wonderful reminder that God seeks to change the internal and does not care about the external trappings.
3070219
This is by far one of the most favorite books I have ever read.  The weaving of the characters and their brokenness into healing and redemption is amazing.  I highly recommend it.  I read a borrowed copy and then had to go buy one so I could own it!
1839806
This story pulled me and I couldn't put it down. I loved the friendship between the two main characters Miranda and Jasonit wasn't forced or fake. It was a really beautiful story about forgiveness and redemption and about kids from hard places. I highly recommend this story. The story line of Miranda and her sister was really fragile, the emotions and reactions felt very real, There was a sweet romance woven in, and it was just so refreshing to read something so sincere and authentic. I really loved this and can't wait to read book 2 in this series.
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A beautiful story of loss, grief, estrangement, forgiveness, reconciliation, healing, and love. The thing I love most about Beth's books is that it's never your typical story line. The characters are real. Haley is a grieving pregnant widow who is trying to re-build her life after the loss of her military husband. She's been taught that her worth is in being able to take care of things herself. She's not doing a great job at it. She's unable to prepare healthy meals during her pregnancy nor is she able to set up the house for a baby. An unexpected, but hauntingly familiar hero emerges in her season of grief to help her heal wounds from her past and present, while she helps him foster forgiveness and reconciliation. I loved the relationship between Haley and Stephan and the unveiling of the inner beauty that each of them possess to help heal the wounds of the others. It's the beauty of God in each of them that draws them closer to God and results in their healing. It's a good reminder that it is God's beauty in each of us that helps us minister to those we have been chosen to help.
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We all suffer tragedies in our life , some we never heal. This book was a beautiful story of redemption for an entire family. I would recommend this book highly. Wonderfully written...great author , I applaud you.
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Through pain they are healed. A beautifully written story of tremendous loss and the hard road to healing that leads to a second chance at love for four people. One has lost his everything, his entire family, the other three lost the foundation of their family, the man of the house. But a chance meeting years later slowly begins the healing that they all need, and that two deserve.

The characters are well written and well defined. The lead male, Alexander is handsome but scarred, tortured and immensely grief and guilt ridden. The pain of his loss torments him and the scars he bears have led into reclusiveness. Gwen is sweet, gentle, beautiful and has suffered a loss of her own, but she also has two small children, one of which carries the pain of her loss very heavily and does not talk, until at night when she slips from her bed and whispers her prayer.

The healing slowly begins with a rescue and days spent together between the little family and Alexander. Slowly they begin to crawl into each other's hearts, but it's a scary thing and one that Alexander fights as best he can, only to return again and then push them away. They say that time heals all wounds, but sometimes it's a whispered prayer that starts that healing.

Beautifully written story and I cannot recommend this book highly enough.
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Very lovely story of forgiveness and redemption.  The characters are memorable and likable. I finished the book in a few days and couldn't put the book down!  I am still thinking about the story and the people in it, wondering what they are up to now.  That means it's a good story! When the characters come to life and you want to talk to them or be a part of them.  Good job Erin! I look forward to the next one.
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Beautiful storytelling of a terribly difficult subject.  *possible spoilers below*

If I'd known the story involved a mother and daughter healing from her pre-teen daughter's rape, to be honest I probably wouldn't have read this. However, once I digested what had happened, I grew in admiration for the author.  She told the story very well, and I simply adored the characters.  All of them grew so much from start to finish, and it was a blessing to see the girl's journey to healing with the help of a loving therapy dog.  The supporting characters bring humor and add to the storyline as well.  I do think there should've been some warning in the description, but I'm still glad I read the whole thing. It was beautifully done.
3361008
This is a story about redemption. Well-written and with an engaging storyline that surprised me. There are lots of good messages and lessons here that apply to anyone who breathes.
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Pixie and Levi are both dealing with a tragedy that they each blame themselves for. This story will take you on a journey of healing, redemption and love. I really enjoyed this book. It has humor, heartache, romance & healing.
4957039
It's a moving story of pain and healing, very real struggles and redemption.  We can all identify on some level with the character's journey.  I would recommend this book to everyone who is dealing with difficulties in their relationships,  but there  are lessons in it for most of us to draw from.  Thumbs up from me!
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Amazing story of love and redemption. I could not put it down. Highly recommend!