The Familiar StrangerBy Christina BerryDescription:
Craig Littleton's decision to end his marriage would shock his wife, Denise ... if she knew what he was up to. When an accident lands Craig in the ICU, with fuzzy memories of his own life and plans, Denise rushes to his side, ready to care for him. Book Takeaway:If reading The Familiar Stranger makes even one man or woman be more honest with his or her spouse or delve into trust issues in a healthy way, I’ll consider it a success. Maybe there’s a hurting heart that can find a new path to forgiveness because of the story. Awards:
Why the author wrote this book:
Though the plot of The Familiar Stranger came from news stories, I’d been looking for a fictional vehicle to express the lessons I’d learned regarding forgiveness in my own marriage. I knew no one was interested in reading my particular story, but I still felt God had given me something to say. My husband and I worked through a major issue and found a vibrant, completely renewed marriage on the other side. |
Reviews
"Provocative and honest. The characters are vivid, and the surprise twist at the end will stay with the reader long past the last page. A wonderful and richly rewarding first novel!"
- Christi Corbett on February 25, 2010
"Very interesting - not your typical "sappy" Christian fiction, lots of grit and real life drama. Loved it!"
- CafeLily on February 07, 2010