Fantastic, moving book!
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I highly recommend this book and Take this Bread (read this first) by Sara Miles.
both of these books have helped me heal from many wounds I have encountered by the "church".
I am ready to read this book over and over again - to take in the wisdom and love it provides.
Sara is very funny and authentic so it makes it even more enjoyable in the midst of a deep conversation.
3148701
Truly a touching and moving, emotional story. A wonderful example of writing a memorable, memoir. This is a book that I really never wanted to put down. It left a truly lasting impression on me. I in reality, don't read many memoirs. So when I got the chance to review this one, it was a new experience. I have read memoirs, but the majority of my reading is fiction and so this was a different style. I have to say I really loved this book. The author Albina Hume did a fantastic job in writing her story, about her life and the struggle, hardships she has endured. She was born in the Ukraine, grew up and married a South African property developer and Rhino Breeder. This book details her life and childhood and the differences she faced. One of the sentences that describe the book showcases just what the story is all about: Who would think that my inability to pronounce the letter R, would turn my life upside down and lead me from Ukraine to South Africa.

A very touching and moving story that weaves her childhood and adulthood into a thought provoking story that you find yourself turning page after page to finish. I could not help but want to know what happened next in her life. From the horrors of jail, bad relationships, and the destruction of dreams, all come off the page as you read her plight. What I find amazing about this book is the beauty and wonderment of what Albina, and her husband do. They breed and protect African Rhinos. There activist trying to stop illegal trade, and killing of Rhinos which for that alone she gets my accolades.

You can finish my review here: http://www.classicbookreading.com/2015/05/albina-humes-miss-fortune.html
3207418
This book was wonderful, inspiring, well-written, enjoyable, great reading! I loved the lessons I learned through Aunt Ruby, Hope, Daniel, Jasmine and Ryan. This was such a moving, touching story. I'm ready for the sequel!!! Thank you, Mrs. Malcolm for allowing God to use you to bless those of us who have read this delightful and anointed story.
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I could not put this book down! I decided to read this book after seeing how many positive reviews it got. And since it was free I figured, what the heck. So incredibly moving- I felt as if I was Maude. Absolutely phenomenal book- will definitely be recommending it to others.
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I just love this book. Its beautiful, moving and illuminating in every one of its 900 pages. Its simply un-put-down-able. I haven't read such an engaging book for a long long time.

I loved looking at Bombay through his eyes. The little things he notices and sees deeply is fantastic! Also, he is so compassionate and kind in his writings.

Its the first favorite book of mine now. :)
1597492
I wasn't sure if I wanted to read about someone's child dying, because it seems like such a depressing subject.  But there is a local connection for me, so I wanted to check it out.  Well,  it is a tremendously moving book...sad, yes....but funny, inspiring, and very thought-provoking.  I could hardly put it down,  even though I knew the ending.  It is a true story filled with love, involving many people,  and it shows what a person can do when faced with extreme circumstances,  when love is the motivation and support.  It is also a deep look at what dying is all about and how we can face it with a conscious and open heart.  It will stay in my mind forever.
3508435
Carry Me Home was such a touching, inspiring story that I just can't do justice in this review. It was a moving story that was told so well through the eyes of "Earwig". I couldn't put this book down and can't stop thinking about it. I have read many, many books and I have to say this is on the top of my list.
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Moving, haunting, and so gorgeously written! I was a huge fan of Kali's earlier book, SHALLOW GRAVES, and I have to say that I love this book even more than her first. I feel like I've recommended this book to so many different types of readers because it's so multilayered--on one level, it has magical realism, on another, it's about family, and grief and loss and love. I could go on and on, but I think this is the type of story that needs to be experienced by each individual who reads it. Brilliant! Five Stars!
2348997
I just finished reading "When You Went Away" and found it extremely moving.

Mr. Baron clearly conveys the pain and confusion of a suddenly single father of a four-month old son.  The main character's wife unexpectedly passed away just months after the child's birth.  Their 17 year-old daughter ran away from home one month before the baby's birth and has cut off all communication.

The main character does receive support from his wife's younger sister and another young woman who enters his life as he returns to work.

Grief, confusion and guilt over his feelings for the younger woman so recently after his wife's death - all handled with delicacy and care.

Definitely a book worth reading.

I have also recently read "Crossing the Bridge", "The Journey Home" and can't wait for "Leaves" all by Michael Baron.
4688461
In this book Jessica shares her unique story with us. Picaflor is a moving, intriguing and entertaining book. I enjoyed reading it a lot!.
I couldn't stop reading. It only took me one week to read. When you start you cant stop. You need to know more!
The great reality of the story made me connect instantly with it.
I also found Jessicas view of Argentina very interesting. I believe that we can learn a lot hearing other voices.
Not only is this an fascinating and moving story, but it also shows how brave and courageous Jessica is. She inspired me a lot!
I absolutely recommend it!
4874407
I really loved this book, so much so that I searched out other books by the author.  A.J.'s transformation is heart-warming, Maya's development is fascinating - really, all the characters have a wonderful development and growth. There are plenty of surprises as the plot unfolds.  I thought this a moving story; I laughed and cried while reading.  There are only references to violence and sexual misconduct, so I felt safe recommending the book to my 14 year old granddaughter, also a very precocious and avid reader.
3116291
I read it in one evening. Loved this book--so moving and well written!
3307289
So well written!  She doesn't spare a word....they all count!  This book was moving
and wonderful!  The reader feels part of every page.
4230408
Elizabeth Esther has written an exceptional book recalling her days growing up in a fundamentalist Christian cult and her life since she left. I found myself unable to put it down! It's moving, emotional, witty, and beautifully redemptive. I loved every page.
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This is a moving novel about the relationships between people and the land.  The author does a good job of portraying the motivations, emotions, and histories of the main characters, and so I felt deeply empathetic towards all them, even those with whom I disagreed.  I found myself in tears several times throughout the book, especially the places that explored the definition of marriage and commitment with a level of maturity and wisdom that shook me.  In addition to the emotional depth of the book, the plot is tightly woven and utterly gripping; I was unable to put the book down once I got into it!  It did end too abruptly for me: I wanted more!  I will always wonder what happened to the characters after the book ended.  This is really some solid, down-to-earth, beautiful writing.
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Great read, poignant, moving....do not read this while riding a commuter bus to or from work!  I recommended to all my friends!
2873195
This is a very touching and moving story of a boy's growth and development into manhood while dealing with an estranged relationship with his father, sexual abuse as a child, depression and anxiety throughout his teens and early adult life and heartbreak on multiple occasions. It chronicles a journey in which the main character seeks love, acceptance, and internal peace as well as his struggle to find where he fits into the grand scheme of life. While reading this story I was taken on an emotional roller coaster and continually asking myself how this has not made its way into reading lists for high school students. Anyone of any age, gender, race, or economic background can find parts of themselves in the main character and feel the growth in him. This story breaks down walls and barriers and opens ones mind and eyes to different cultures and different perspectives of life and events that shape and influence one's life. Readers may even find themselves moved to tears as the main character, after battling some very traumatic events ends up gaining self-acceptace, love, and overall happiness. A great read definitely recommend this to everyone of all walks of life. I give it a ten out of ten!