Dynah Carey knew where her life was headed. Engaged to a wonderful man, the daughter of doting parents, a faithful child of God, she has it all. Then the unthinkable happens: Dynah’s perfect life is irrevocably changed by a rape which results in an unwanted pregnancy. Her family is torn apart and her seemingly rock-solid faith is pushed to the limits as she faces the most momentous choice of her life: to embrace or to end the life within her. This is ultimately a tale of three women, as Dynah’s plight forces both her mother and her grandmother to face the choices which they made. Written with balance and compassion, The Atonement Child brings a new perspective to the most controversial topic of our times.
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"This is an amazing, life-changing book! I was so impressed that it showed all the viewpoints of abortion; not just the women having them, but also the doctors and nurses who do them, families, and the repurcussions many years later. The ending was perfect, which is why I had to read the book again right away. This one will definitely stay on my shelves!"
— Pam (5 out of 5 stars)
" Beautiful book about the love you can have for a child. "
— Beth, 2/20/2014" I read this book years ago and really liked it. It is a hard one to get through. This book dealt with a topic that many of us would like to ignore does exist. I think that the Francine Rivers did a wonderful job with this book. "
— Patty, 2/11/2014" Anything Francine writes is good! This one is put into current real life perspective and our godly background beliefs. Never lose sight of God. It all works for the good, of those who believe. "
— April, 2/8/2014" Such a great uplifting story! "
— Alyssa, 2/6/2014" Great story! It really forces you to think about the gift of life and Scripture to support it. "
— Lynnea, 1/21/2014" At first I didn't think that I would like this book as much as I did. But after I read the first couple chapters I started to like it more and more. It was different than any of the other books I've read recently which was a good break for me. "
— Hope, 1/15/2014" It was seriously hard to read this book. I'm prolife, yes even in the instance of rape, and personally don't agree with birth control either. But seriously, this book wasn't a story, it was a prolife, anyone who thinks abortion is ok is an evil person, pamphlet. The woman who runs the abortion clinic? Well she's a crap parent with a drunk daughter who of course was on birth control.... And how many people in one story can have an abortion that ruinned their lives and have them cancer???? Drivel...... This book could have been so awesome if the author, I don't know, told a story instead of pushed an agenda. "
— Niki, 1/13/2014" Haved loved everything I've read by Francine Rivers! "
— Sharon, 12/27/2013" This book touched my heart on many levels. It focuses on redemption, forgiveness, and mercy. "
— Amy, 12/25/2013" Great book that really makes you think. "
— Shelia, 12/17/2013" Great, hard hitting read. "
— Jessica, 11/9/2013" Again another great book by Francine Rivers. "
— Laura, 10/30/2013" Well done in some respects, especially how Rivers handled some difficult-to-define characters, but I did end up skipping a lot of the text--the italicized text(!) "
— Carol, 10/10/2013" I love her writing, so this one was good, but I didn't like the ending as much. It felt like that shouldn't have been the end. "
— Jenni, 8/4/2013" God created all children. Abortion is not an option. "
— Catherine, 5/27/2013" This was a very good book. I enjoyed learning about the struggles that she faced and how she reacted to them. "
— Misty, 5/4/2013" Thoughtful book about a young Christian college student who becomes pregnant. She gets advice from everyone - some surprising. She has to decide what to do. "
— Rhodema, 1/26/2013" I heard a lot of hype about this book before I read it but didn't like it as much as Redeeming Love. The story was interesting but a bit slow in spots. "
— Kristina, 12/25/2012" Great book! It is about the subject of rape though just FYI "
— Joy, 11/5/2012" Inspiring story, although I must say that the author is Pro-Life... "
— Rita, 8/19/2012" I read this book in 7 hours I just couldn't put it down. It's compelling and beautiful. You will love this book. "
— Kylie, 8/18/2012" Incredible book. Moving and inspirational! "
— Kathleen, 5/31/2012" A look at how one woman walks the walk. Whatever your stand on abortion you can admire this girls choice to do what she knew was right no matter what the rest of the world told her. "
— Elizabeth, 5/30/2012" I think this is my fav from Francine Rivers... "
— Sophia, 5/13/2012" This story is about the dilemma of abortion when caught by an unexpected pregnancy before marriage. It has an obvious Christian moral slant, yet I felt that it presented both sides well and certainly made me aware of the feelings of people closely involved in making the decision. "
— Gerald, 3/11/2012" Great book about a Christian girl who has to decide to follow her faith or go against it. "
— Jennifer, 9/30/2011" Tough read and even tougher subject matter! Would we remain true to our beliefs if we found ourselves in a similar circumstance. Makes one think! "
— Tricia, 7/28/2011" This was the second book I read from Francine Rivers and I loved it, I thought it was amazing and it touched my heart. Definetly different from what I usually read but its still a Good Read. "
— Christie, 6/14/2011" I read this book years ago and just found it in my bookshelves. Considering that I read it that long ago and that I could remember what the book was about and how it made me feel, shows that it was a really memorable book. I think that I may have to read this again! "
— Shelly, 5/30/2011" Good book. Might be a touchy subject for some as it talks about rape and abortion. Im a fan of hers! "
— Casi, 5/18/2011" An amazing spiritual journey just reading this book. "
— Leah, 5/6/2011" An absolutely excellent book, but an emotionally trying read. "
— Alverna, 5/5/2011" This book shows the truly life altering complications that come along with being raped and having an unwanted pregnancy. It also shows the difficult life changing course that can come with an abortion. "
— AshleyMagen, 5/3/2011" Loved it! God makes everything possible even getting over something tragic like this story. a story of forgiveness, redemption and unconditional love. "
— Adara, 3/15/2011" This was a profoundly wonderful story of deliverance, God's provision and direction and redemption from generational sin. This book also made me examine my own life and how I may judge others based on limited knowledge. "
— David, 3/14/2011" What do you do when you find yourself pregnant following a rape? This is the question posed in this book. The story tackles the attitudes of Dynah's fiance, her school, her parents and her friends. A fascinating and thought provoking read "
— Sarah, 3/13/2011" I read this in one night and that was when I was a super slow reader! "
— Kate, 3/5/2011" The strength and determination of the main character is inspiring, even if what happens to her is terrible. I enjoyed the character. "
— Emily, 2/28/2011" WONDERFUL story! Whether you are for or opposed to abortion, this story really touches on trusting the Lord. "
— Kathy, 2/22/2011" Gives you a lot to think about throughout the story. I loved it! "
— Jennifer, 2/21/2011Francine 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.
Ruth Ann Phimister has appeared off Broadway and in numerous regional productions, including Life with Father with Robert Reed. She has also worked in television, film, and commercial voice-over.