Redeeming Love Drive Time Audio(tm)

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Summary: The best way to see God's redeeming love
Review: This book was so incredible. It showed God's unfailing and merciful love through fictional characters. You won't regret reading it.

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Summary: beyond a "romance" book
Review: Let me say, I usually despise "romance" novels. Yet, on the strong recommendation of a friend, I read this book and loved it deeply. It deals with some of the deepest issues in our relationships -- will this person stick around? will this person still love me once they find out what I"m *really* like. On one level this is a romance between a man and a woman; on the other it is a brave re-telling of a biblical story that makes many Christians squirm -- God telling Hosea to marry a prostitute. I recommend this book to everyone now, even non-romance readers such as myself.

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Summary: still thinking about it
Review: i read this book about 2 months ago and i find myself STILL thinking about it. i find myself sitting, reading a new book and then suddenly i think bout redeeming love. that is a rare thing for me.

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Summary: Can't get enough
Review: Redeeming Love is the sixth book I've read written by Francine Rivers. IT WAS WONDERFUL! I enjoyed it as much as A Voice in the Wind, which is still my favorite. Her characters all seem so real I find myself thinking of them often as if I knew them personally. Through her writing my relationship with God has become stronger. I am able to face lifes difficulties with ease because I know God is in control. Although fictional stories, the love God has for all of us is clearly illustrated in Francine's books. I thank God for giving her such a wonderful gift.

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Summary: Redeeming Love
Review: This is the best book that I have ever read. I couldn't put it down, and I would find myself constantly thinking about it. It was such an awsome way to see how much God loves us like Micheal loved Angel. It was a great way to see how a love relationship should be. It was a God-sent thing for me. I love it!

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Summary: One of the best
Review: REDEEMING LOVE is one of the best Christian novels I have ever read. Well-written, moving, and very telling of God's wonderful, redeeming love for us.

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Summary: PERFECT! Won't be able to put it down!
Review: My home is full of books and I have read so many over the years but truly this is one I could not put down. You will be captivated by the incredible storyline and laugh, cry, reflect, and hopefully be a little more compassionate to one another. What a treasure it is to read something so interesting and learn a lesson to boot. I also read the ATONEMENT CHILD first and didn't think Mrs. Rivers could top that. One thing Mrs. Rivers is teaching: anything is possible and probable with the power of God's Love. Don't be dismayed. Even if you aren't a Christian, this book will MOVE you. You will not be the same. Thank you Mrs. Rivers for opening my eyes to the hurting people in the world.

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Summary: Mallowcups for Franny.
Review: Once in ten years I'll read a romance novel. This time I chose Redeeming Love, on recommendation from a friend, and because I read the Mark of the Lion series and figured I'd be on safe ground--( For me, "The Mark" series has more of a Thoene/historical feel than romance.) Redeeming Love went so far beyond a romance read that I include it in my list of recommends even to guys. The cover, I admit, terrified me; I read it on faith in my friend's word alone...and I'm ever glad I did. Before I read it, and I advise this to anyone before reading Redeeming Love, I read the book of Hosea. It gave me a clear idea of what Franny was trying to do. I also advise reading the fascinating publisher's note at the front of the book--I understood why he wrote it when I finished the book. Redeeming Love is the story of a woman afraid to love, afraid of love, and the man who, against logic and right, wouldn't give up on her. Many times I'd have to set the book down and think on God's love, how impossible it is, and how relentless. What a picture you given, Fran, what an idea of a person's worth. The greatest compliment I can give you is this...what you set out to do, you did.

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Summary: Powerful, spiritual Message
Review: I seriously can't believe I just read a romance novel. I should have known. This book was recommended to me by a devote Christian/romance novel addict friend. I really don't like romance novels. But, oh, this is a wonderful book. Rivers, while delving into some romantic stuff, provides description, but not so much that you want to puke. Over all, this is a beautiful book about forgiveness, finding oneself, and the wrongs of judging others. I think Rivers was so scared of being corny that she didn't dare try to put in a lot of emotion, but there is still a fair amount of emotion. The story revolves around Angel, a prostitute who has taught herself not to feel, having been used by men all her life. Then she meets Michael Hosea, who insists she marries him. She soon finds herself warming up and falling in love with Michael, but the low opinion she has for herself keeps getting in the way. The message happens to be more powerful than the actual story, though at times the plot is very absorbing, especially at a particular climax near the end. This is an amazing retelling of the Book of Hosea, and I've learned to never judge anyone. Tacky and unpolished at parts, poetic at others, "Redeeming Love" is worth a read, even if you don't like romances.

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Summary: A beautiful, touching story of love and grace
Review: This book was one of those books that you simply couldn't put down. Although we sometimes don't understand why things happen in our lives, it's always reassuring to know that it's God's plan. The story is about a young girl named Sarah (Angel) who was sold into prostitution at the age of 8. At the age of 23, a young man by the name of Michael Hosea (this story is based on the book of Hosea) is lead by God to marry her. What comes after that is a numerous amount of pain and frustration. Sarah can't forgive herself but can Michael help her or will she ever find a true relationship with Christ that she needs?