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I will read anything Heather Blanton writes because of her ability to engross me in the characters’ lives. Each character is unique, and often deeply flawed and dealing with serious issues, but not to the point that I can’t relate.
The book conveyed the gospel message as well as themes like God’s sovereignty, forgiveness, and the joy one can have as a believer without being preachy. The story also made me consider my own life and how I can do a better job of sharing my faith with others in a loving, but non-intrusive way.
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