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passionatereader78's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Murder, Child abuse, Rape, Physical abuse, Death, Death of parent, Infidelity, and Infertility
Moderate: Infidelity, Kidnapping, Murder, Pregnancy, Grief, and Pedophilia
rhythmofryn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Addiction, Pregnancy, Rape, Alcohol, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Infertility, Pedophilia, Incest, Death of parent, Murder, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Emotional abuse, Grief, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Child abuse
Minor: Suicide and Antisemitism
ashdawn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Done through a very solid understanding/retelling of the book of Hosea, it deals with a lot of hard topics and trauma, and redemption and healing. It was so beautiful, and spoke to my heart. I honestly can't believe it took me this long to read it after having it be recommended by a friend years ago.
That being said, though I wouldn't say there are graphic details, there is a lot of mentions of very adult themes like sex trafficking.
Moderate: Violence, Sexual content, Sexism, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Gaslighting, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Incest, Grief, Adult/minor relationship, Abortion, Child abuse, Trafficking, Sexual harassment, Rape, Pedophilia, Infertility, and Infidelity
harmshoney's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
this book is about a woman named Sarah, sold into prostitution at 8 years old. she grew up embracing this life, becoming the most sought after in the industry & called Angel. until Michael.. Michael Hosea saw her & heard God tell him that Angel was going to be his wife. he didn't understand, but he obeyed.
the rest of the story is full of heartbreak & so, so much love. Michael is slowly breaking down Angel's walls with his relentless pursuit & his mighty love. being an example of Christ & his compassion, patience, forgiveness, kindness, gentleness, & more. Angel discovers her healing can only come from one place.. the Father Michael worships.
this story just wrecked me. I really don't even know how else to describe it. it inspired me to pursue the Lord & to pray for my husband. it inspired me to love people & that God's opinion is the only one that matters. it pierced me down to my very core in such an aggressive, beautiful way. I'll never be the same. dramatic? yeah. true? also yeah.
when I finished, I watched several interviews with the author, Francine Rivers π€ basically, she's become my biggest inspiration. her testimony is beautiful & she seems to just radiate the Holy Spirit & peace that surpasses all understanding. I wish I could sit with her & let her pour into me. Redeeming Love has also become a tool to help women out of human trafficking. she's spoken at events & donates to this cause with the proceeds.
she's had many women come to her & say, "I want a man like Michael Hosea!!" & she says, "Jesus is the man!!" π₯Ή this changed my perspective of the book & I am just so incredibly inspired & grateful. Michael is meant to be an allegory for Christ, & Angel is a reflection of all of us in our own ways.
I'm not exactly sure why - but it seems many people have some misconceptions about this book. Michael is nothing but gentle & loving towards Angel. some seem to think there are moments when he is being abusive, but I didn't see that at all!!
One of my favorite parts of this story, was how Francine covered intimacy so delicately. she was able to explain the intimate scenes in the most beautiful, appropriate way. there was nothing raunchy about it! Truly, it opened my eyes more to how much of a gift sex is within marriage. I'm so grateful she included it in this story!!
I want to reread this book over & over & yet never see it again π it's just so much & I'm feeling so deeply. Redeeming Love is the most powerful work of fiction I have ever read. I am beyond grateful that Francine wrote it. I finished with a hunger to dive into the Word & know my Savior. thank you, Lord, for your redeeming love!! ππΌβ¨
"πππππππ , πππππ πππ ππππ πππ ππππ ππ πππ πππππ πππππππ?"
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Trafficking, and Abandonment
Moderate: Abortion, Confinement, Infidelity, Alcoholism, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Grief, Alcohol, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Infertility, and Kidnapping
readsbynaia's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Death, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Adult/minor relationship, Abortion, Child abuse, Rape, Incest, and Grief
natgeographic's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
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Graphic: Trafficking and Infidelity
Moderate: Child abuse, Abortion, Grief, Death of parent, Kidnapping, Sexual violence, Pedophilia, Incest, Rape, Sexual content, Suicide attempt, Infertility, and Physical abuse
milpeaches's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Bullying, Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Alcohol, and Child abuse
Moderate: Miscarriage, Pedophilia, Sexual violence, Grief, Infertility, Toxic relationship, Incest, Pregnancy, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Slavery, and Trafficking
sydk8's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Grief, Infertility, Rape, Sexual content, Trafficking, Physical abuse, Pedophilia, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
bat_029's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Grief, Cursing, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Pedophilia, Rape, Self harm, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Child abuse, Murder, Violence, Confinement, Incest, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
hannahs_library__'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Infertility, Violence, Sexual assault, Physical abuse, Mental illness, Torture, Suicidal thoughts, Slavery, Rape, Child abuse, Grief, Emotional abuse, and Adult/minor relationship