April 22, 2009

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

I'm not a fan of most "Christian" fiction, particularly that of a romantic nature. It seems like the identification with the Savior of the world can be some sort of excuse for not using beautiful language or intriguing plot choices. That said, I have a bit of a weakness for this book.

Redeeming Love is the story of Hosea placed in early 1850s California, in a time of greed and treasure-seeking. After being sold into prostitution at a young age, Angel is a high-dollar prostitute in the mining town of Paradise. Michael rescues her, but Angel certainly isn't the most appreciative damsel in distress, seeking to repay Michael through hard work before escaping to get back into the lifestyle she hates.

While I enjoy this book, I don't think it's for everyone. If you're predisposed to dislike this type of book, stay away. However, if Christian fiction of the romantic persuasion is a genre you're interested in trying, I think this is the cream of the crop.


6 comments:

  1. I don't like most romance novels.

    This, though, is one of my favorite books of all time.

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  2. I am not a Francine Rivers fan, can't really get into her books, but I did really enjoy this one for some reason.

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  3. loved it...mostly because I identitfied with Angel so much.

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  4. SURELY THE BEST BOOK I HAVE READ AFTER THE BIBLE...BOUGHT SEVERAL COPIES FOR PEOPLE...GOD BLESS FR!

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  5. I enjoyed this one also! You should check out The Red Tent, if you haven't already. It's about Dinah, daughter of Jacob. Wonderful book!

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  6. This is one of my favorite novels. I have given the book to several of my friends and all have fallen in love with it! I just love the retelling of the story.

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