A review by shansometimes
Steal Away Home: Charles Spurgeon and Thomas Johnson, Unlikely Friends on the Passage to Freedom by Aaron Ivey, Matt Carter

5.0

To say I loved this book feels like an understatement. It was such an encouragement in the Lord and there are many quotes that I'll carry with me. I had no idea that it was actually historical fiction based on the writings of the two great men when I started it, but quickly appreciated the brilliant angle that it's written from. There are also parts about racism and slavery in contrast with Christianity which I thought were relevant and timely, even now. As I read about the fire that both Charles Spurgeon and Thomas Johnson had for Christ, even in the midst of their own darkness and suffering, it fanned a flame in me as well. I enjoyed the intimate portrait of Spurgeon and Johnson, learned a lot from them, and will be recommending this work to others.

*This review is based on free electronic copies provided by the publisher for the purpose of creating this review. The opinions expressed are my own.