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My Refuge (Follow in the Dark, #1)

Ashley Al Saliby

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Jun 17, 2024 Samantha | samanthakreads rated it it was amazing

4.5⭐️
This book surprised me in all the best ways. I loved that at the center of each of the four stories was finding, seeking, and putting trust in Jesus through all circumstances. There are wonderful lessons in this book including important topics that are great conversations to have with teenage girls. There are realistic and relatable depictions of how each girl faces her own set of trials and the onset of emotions including anger, frustration, despair, fear, and temptation. Some topics are m ...more

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Feb 20, 2024 Christian Shelves rated it it was amazing

This collection of four short stories of different young women around the world is excellent to share with young Christian women. It is clear that the author has a heart for ministering to this audience and that she is passionate about helping the next generation of Christians grow in their faith. Each story depicts a scenario of young women feeling confined or imprisoned, including an American in the hospital's ICU, a Syrian in a refuge camp, a Canadian in her apartment during the pandemic, and ...more

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Jan 21, 2024 Amanda Conroy rated it it was amazing

What I Thought About the Book:
I adored it! I loved this book so much. I loved the theme of depending on God and trusting Him amidst trial and despair. The author brought up tough topics with great sensitivity.

I am so thankful for receiving a free ebook from the author. But I am buying a paperback copy because I want my girls to read it when they are older.

I am excited for the next book in this series!

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The book showed the importance of community and relationships in our walk with Ch ...more

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