TODAY – My latest read was this new book by Francine Rivers. And yes, it is a “Masterpiece.” This is the best book I’ve read in a long time and I highly recommend it. It runs 484 pages but trust me, it will go by fast because you will find every available moment to continue reading. It is labeled a Romance but it is so much more than a romance.

The main characters Roman the artist and Grace the personal assistant, are beautifully drawn, the setting perfect and the story line incredible. Rivers wanted to explore two characters who suffered childhood trauma and how it impacted their adult lives. She also wanted to write the story to stress the importance of knowing and following Christ completely in a culture that says, “anything goes and you’re still going to heaven no matter how you live.” The full gospel is woven throughout the theme along with the very real battle of darkness and light. I love how she portrays the reality of the spiritual world that we cannot see with our natural vision.

The story brought tears but also laughter and joy at the wondrous works of God through every situation. Oh, do yourself and favor and go find this book! You won’t be sorry. And it is the perfect time of year to celebrate the redemption story…

If you’ve read it, let me know what you think of it in a comment!