I have been a naughty, naughty Blogger. I did read "Atonement Child" by Francine Rivers. I found it to be riveting story that wasn't afraid to tackle some of the heartache and politically incorrect topics in our country today. But I forgot to write my review until 1-4-2010 so I'm going to post-date it to make it easier to find. Forgive me.
What happens when you are trying your best to live for God and the unthinkable occurs?
A crime against a young woman, an unintended pregnancy, a wavering fiancé all have been done before, but Ms. Rivers breathes into her characters such life that you feel you would know them if you met them on the street (one of my favorite things in a novel).
This book contains a lot of good information as well as an excellant story. It may seem, at times a bit preachy, but the subject matter is certainly worth it. I'm glad she was able to share so much in such an unjudgemental and graceful manner.
If you have never read Rivers, this would be a great book to start with. I highly recommend it!
And as long as I'm at it, I think I'll start a new rating system. Since cardinals (that's right, the bright red birds) make me happy whenever I see them I think I'll have to give Atonement Child a 4 (out of 5) Cardinal rating.
That translates to "Read it--you'll be glad you did"
Ah-Ha, found out I DID review it, but forgot to post the review--Here's what I wrote on "Shelfari"
ReplyDeleteReally good book about the struggles of finding God's will in the aftermath of terrible injury and pain. Examines the conflicts Christian's face esp in the areas of rape, abortion, adoption and judgement.
Amazing, I can be brief at times!