Review: Reviewed by Deena Peterson
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 14, 2013
Considering today's headlines and political climate, June Foster's novel captures the passion surrounding the right to life and the controversy of abortion.Dr. Jillian Coleman has devoted her life to babies. She believes life is precious, and it's demonstrated both in her practice and in her everyday walk. But she can't silence her one regret, the one hidden down deep in her soul.Riley Mathis is trying to put the shattered pieces of his life back together. Working as a janitor for his step-father's company, he spends his days cleaning up messes. His goal, a college education and to make something worthwhile of the rest of his days.A chance encounter with Jillian reveals these two characters have met before. Spying her unique necklace, Riley realizes that Dr. Jillian is the woman he wronged so many years ago. But what Jillian keeps hidden could destroy all Riley has worked to rebuild. And what will happen to her dream of Jeremiah House, a place for women and girls dealing with unexpected prenancy, if her secret is revealed?I enjoyed the story very much. Both Jillian and Riley were well written and believable characters. I couldn't wait for Jill to get as far away from Dr. Jett as possible--he was slimey from the moment I met him.The story is plausible as well. How many young girls take part in drinking and partying, then end up in situations that take away the innocence that God longs for them to keep? I believe readers will identify with Jillian and she may bring healing to many.My only issue with the book was the faith message. Some of the words used were 'churchy' words, which made the reading a bit stiff. The message was true and important to the story. I only wish the author had selected more every day language to share the message of Jesus with her readers.(The Wordsmith Journal strives to guide readers to books of personal interest, with the understanding and respect that what appeals to some may not appeal to others. Therefore we attempt to keep our reviews focused on content, genre and style. The rating is necessary to make use of Goodreads and Amazon. It reflects the reviewer's own level of enjoyment, but the review is intended to be informative for the benefit of all readers.)