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A Story of Love That Won’t Let Go—No Matter What Soon to be a major motion picture, directed by D. J. Caruso and starring Abigail Cowen, Tom Lewis, Nina Dobrev, with Logan Marshall Green and Eric Dane, special appearance by Famke Janssen. California’s gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep. Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside. Then she meets Michael Hosea, a man who seeks his Father’s heart in everything. Michael obeys God’s call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation until, despite her resistance, her frozen heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening comes overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband’s pursuing love, terrified of the truth she no longer can deny: her final healing must come from the One who loves her even more than Michael does … the One who will never let her go. A powerful retelling of the story of Gomer and Hosea, Redeeming Love is a lifechanging story of God’s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love.
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"It was AMAZing.I read it really fast, I couldn't get enough of these characters with their hopes and dreams and broken hearts.I was truly moved to the the love of God play in these people's lives and that everything truly does work out for good for those that belive in him. Sarah(Angel,Tirzah,Amanda)was a coourageous and strong woman whose past that haunts her breaks your heart and you're rooting for her the whole way.She and Michael's love is so strong,but that's because God is in Michael and God's love is even stronger.I love how Sarah has to leave to realize that God is not Michael. God was with her through it all. I love Miriam and Paul and how he tries to resist her but she takes charge and he was too weak to send her away. I love little Ruthie and Lucky and Suanna who prayed for a friend and got one. I love how Sarah sings Rock of Ages in the middle of a brothel and gets rescued by a rich banker that felt led to walk in and see what was goin on.Great Read, love this author and her personal testimony."
— Abigail (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Rivers shines in her ability to weave together spiritual themes and sexual tension in a well-told story.”
— Amazon.com
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
Redeeming Love Listener Reviews
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Wendy Heinrich, 7/27/2024
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Eddie, 7/19/2020
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" This book had me floored. It was so well written. The Christian perspective was perfectly done and it genuinely made me think. I would highly recommend to anyone who is struggling with self hope/faith. "
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lodikens, 4/9/2018
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" Fantastic... very powerful story "
— Holly, 2/19/2014 -
" A must read for any teenage girl, a wonderful life lesson about Gods faithfulness! "
— Camille, 2/16/2014 -
" Amazing must read for everyone! (adults) "
— Melissa, 2/12/2014 -
" A timeless story of love with a different twist. Couldn't put it down. "
— Jo-ann, 2/8/2014 -
" I agree, who can do this book justice? This was recommended to me by two different people. It's about Hosea & Gomer set during the California Gold Rush. It is a reminder of how His boundless love pursues us. At the end of the story, Francine Rivers weighs in and is followed by a study guide. It is the best book for me this year as well. "
— Nancy, 2/1/2014 -
" If you have never understood the concept of Unconditional Love, this book gives a pretty good idea! "
— Bianca, 1/28/2014 -
" One of the best books I have read in a while. Actually, I read it twice. It is a beautiful story of redemption and forgiveness. "
— Stephanie, 1/22/2014 -
" Love, love, love it! Have read it more times than I can count. "
— Niki, 1/12/2014 -
" A story you will never forget "
— Sally, 1/12/2014 -
" I enjoyed this book. It lagged it some spots but was overall a good read "
— Tonya, 1/8/2014 -
" I love this story it really made me feel how important forgiveness is. Forgiving your self and others. Until you learn to forgive just like god does you won't be at peace. Micheal showed Sarah to forgive he never gave up on her. The message in this story really touch my heart. "
— Ricsys, 1/7/2014 -
" Amazing... I adore this book "
— Tara, 1/7/2014 -
" did not finish it. Started out good, then got boring and a bit unbelievable to me. "
— Lori, 1/2/2014 -
" Amazing. Hands down. Everybody should read this book but especially young Christian girls. "
— Bethany, 11/30/2013 -
" Hands down!! One of the best books I have ever read!! "
— Susan, 11/22/2013 -
" Incredible book! A MUST read!!! "
— Sarah, 11/3/2013 -
" Awesome book! I could read it over and over. "
— Abby, 9/22/2013 -
" This was definitely one of a kind. "
— Emily, 5/18/2013 -
" I LOVED this book. Excellent. "
— Lisa, 1/29/2013 -
" Excellent book on forgiveness 70X7!!! Really places you in the shoes of both parties. "
— Tina, 12/4/2012 -
" This book touched my heart. It was such an amazing story. "
— Andrea, 11/15/2012 -
" thank you for sharing this with me:) "
— Sarah, 11/15/2012 -
" Life changing book!!! Don't waste one more second and start reading it! "
— Bianca, 10/7/2012 -
" This book remains at the top of my list of my favorite book ever. Rivers tells.this Biblical story with detail and a modern twist ( well not "modern") but more so than Biblical times. This kind of love is incomprehensible. I gave my book away but I want to read it again! "
— Nancy, 9/8/2012 -
" I absolutely love this book. I can't wait to read it again. I cry every time I do. The Father's love is poured out onto every page. Such a powerful message. "
— Donna, 3/6/2012 -
" loved it!! Every woman should read this book in high school!! "
— Lindsy, 2/18/2012 -
" Excellent book based on the story of Hosea and Gomer's relationship. Wonderful adaptation of a harlot married to a godly man, doing God's will, and how God's love can transform us. "
— Tammy, 1/22/2012 -
" Worth reading.. It gave so much to me and probably to every other person who reads this. "
— Kersti, 9/25/2011 -
" Usually books that everyone loves, I don't. There was a lot of hype surrounding this one but it lived up to it. Such a great picture of Gods plan of redemption for us "
— Angel, 9/13/2011 -
" I LOVE LOVE LOVE this book. Everyone should read it. Give yourself a few days of down time because it will be so hard to put down you won't have time for work or sleep. "
— Regina, 7/7/2011 -
" One of the best books ever! "
— Janie, 7/6/2011 -
" This was awesome up until the middle. Then not so awesome. I was bored, however the end was awesome. So maybe you should read the beginning skip the whole middle then get to the end. "
— Holly, 5/24/2011 -
" LOVED this book. It will make any woman fall in love with being in love. Definatly encourages those who are single to hold out for their Prince Charming. Beautifully depicts God's pursuit of his children and relentless love. "
— Diana, 5/24/2011 -
" Very good book. I heard about Francine Rivers from someone that was on Facebook. I went and got the book from the library. I read it within 1 day! It was that good! It is hard to put it down! "
— Katy, 5/23/2011 -
" Beautiful, beautiful story portraying characteristics of God's love! But while reading it, it's important to remember it's about God's love (not just a man's love). And it's important to also read the book of Hosea with it. "
— Caroline, 5/21/2011 -
" One of the best books I have ever read - an amazing love story - between God and man, and between a man and a woman. "
— Susan, 5/21/2011 -
" Vivid and fascinating especially if the reader shares similar values as the characters. "
— Kremena, 5/20/2011 -
" Beautiful love story about unconditional love and its transforming power. "
— Wilma, 5/18/2011 -
" Have never been a huge Francine Rivers fan. That being said...this book is AMAZING. READ IT "
— Jennifer, 5/18/2011 -
" Each to his own I guess. :/ "
— Erin, 5/17/2011 -
" I certainly enjoyed reading this awesome book that so greatly painted the picture of Gods love, redemption, hope and restoration towards us. I must say I cried, and myself recieved healing within my own heart. "
— Carolyn, 5/15/2011 -
" Book club selection for June...hard to put down...highly recommend it. Historical fiction set during the California Gold Rush and inspired by the Book of Hosea. The title of the book says it all. "
— Karen, 5/14/2011 -
" A little cheesy for my taste, but it gave some clarity to God's love for us. "
— Anna, 5/13/2011 -
" I'm not usually one for romance novels, but this one made me cry. "
— Keshia, 5/13/2011 -
" All I can say is this is a must read book! It will grab your attention frim the beginning & keep you reading to the end. This book is awesome. "
— T, 5/12/2011 -
" This book is one of my all time favorites. I have read it over 4 times!<br/>It is such a great reminder of God's love for us. No matter how many times we let him down he always comes back for us! "
— Rebecca, 5/12/2011 -
" This book is the book that changed my taste in literature. Prior, I thought "Christian Lit" was dull. River's book is a work of art. It's no surprise it has the highest book rating I've seen on here! "
— Juanita, 5/12/2011 -
" Still finishing this one. It can be a little intense. I usually read a chaper or two and then have to put it down for a couple days to soak it all in. "
— Breanna, 5/11/2011
About Francine Rivers
Francine Rivers published a number of novels in the general romance market until 1993, when she released her first book in the Christian book market. The Mark of the Lion series has sold half a million copies, and her total book sales are over one million. Since then all of her books have all been bestsellers. She has won numerous awards and was named to the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame in 1997.
About Kate Forbes
Kate Forbes, winner of four Earphones Awards for audiobook narrating, is a professionally trained actress who has appeared on Broadway, in regional theaters, and with a renowned touring company. After graduating from Sarah Lawrence College, where she was active in theater, she completed an MFA at New York University School of the Arts. With this training, she launched into a successful acting career.