I first read this book at the height of the cold war, and had been intending to re-read it for some time. it held up well, even though the plot is seriously dated. it is one of the earliest “anti-war” books i ever encountered. it is set in the era of Woodrow Wilson’s presidency, and..
This is a mixture of personal stories that each has faced when being the one left behind from those who have passed. Some of these essays are very heart wrenching. It gives a broad look into how everyone sees the end of life differently and how some feelings that we have we are not alone..
An essential listen for those who suffer from OCD; this book explains the inner-workings of the disorder regarding the science, physiology and functions of the OCD brain, then covers practical tools and strategies to help lessen its grip on your life.
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I thought I already wrote the review but I didn’t get to post it….ugh! In short, if you’re looking for fiction that’s not oozing with awkward romance scenes, this is your book. I went from Colleen Hoover to Emily Henry to Jessa Maxwell…. Can’t wait for her next book, I am hooked. Great character development..
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I had no idea about any of this, so I was completely fascinating. However, the narrator’s voice was harsh and unpleasant.
I haven’t listened to a book Lynn Austin has written that I haven’t loved! This one definitely made me cry! The sacrifice and redemption is so beautiful.
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This book promotes archaic religious doctrine about men controlling their wives, God controlling women, and the idea that sin against religious conventions leading to punishment on the subsequent generations. Disappointing.
Review from Eve’s Daughters →
loved the story through all the generations of women. I loved hearing struggles of old and made me think of my German grandmother and what she must have gone through. I also loved hearing faith brought into a story, so refreshing to hear Christian values and authors not avoiding God in our lives. I loved..
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I normally don’t read Christian fiction and am glad I chose this book. Beautiful
Review from The Golden Spoon →
Concept was good. Dialogue seemed choppy. I felt like some themes among the characters could have been explored more. Some of the performers narration was almost intolerable.