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The Heart of Memory: A Novel Audiobook
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When beloved Christian writer and speaker Savannah Trover becomes gravely ill, she has to face the sham that her faith has become. Days before her heart transplant, she vows to change her ways and she renews her relationship with Christ. But when she awakens from the surgery, Savannah discovers that her faith has left her completely. Savannah’s husband, Shaun, is concerned about his wife's odd behavior—and even more concerned about the secret he’s keeping from her. If she doesn't bring down their ministry, then he might, losing his family in the process. A stranger may hold the answer to Savannah's recovery, but is Savannah strong enough to return to her old way of life? Can Shaun right his wrongs before word gets out? And do either one of them remember how to be who they once were—or who they want to be? In this latest relational drama from Alison Strobel, readers will explore the difference between emotional faith and life-giving truth as Savannah wonders if she can ever trust her heart again.
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"This was not a piece of literary fiction, but it was better than most of the Christian fiction I have read. Interesting interpersonal relationships against a backdrop of the mother getting a heart transplant which changes her personality and faith."
— Michelle (4 out of 5 stars)
The Heart of Memory Listener Reviews
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" The message of the story was good; it was just really hard to get through. "
— Tulsa, 1/30/2014 -
" I just didn't get the resolution of characters I was looking for. I really loved the concept from a Christian perspective, though - we all go through periods where we question/lose some of our faith. It was refreshing to read a Christian book that says it's okay to struggle. "
— Natalie, 1/30/2014 -
" I'm not good at reviewing what happened word for word in a story - many others have done that for you on this site. I just want to comment that this was an enjoyable read. It opened my eyes and my heart. The book is a Christian book, without totally breathing Christian principles down your neck. It illustrates real-life situations where Christians must not only deal with their problems but face them and find God along the way. It does a great job of showing that all people, Christians included, have problems, and that if we seek God, we can find a way through them. Not all problems are easily overcome and not all problems have the outcome we hope for, but there is a way! "
— Sara, 1/27/2014 -
" This book was ok. I didn't care for the story line. I liked the characters and the spiritual change they went through the but the story line was just not believable in some parts. I just couldn't relate to some of the characters either. Just a silly book and wouldn't read it again. "
— Leah, 1/21/2014 -
" If you are looking for something different... this is the book! Lee Strobel's daughter. The apple doesn't fall from the tree... excellent book "
— Kate, 12/31/2013 -
" i did like this book the struggle everyone was facing but nobody wanted to tell each other what they truly was feeling everyone had secrets. This is the first book i read by this author i will definately read one of hers again. "
— pam, 12/4/2013 -
" WOW! This was such a good book!!! It really makes you stop and think! "
— Babs, 10/29/2013 -
" Not bad at all for a quick read & free Kindle. Not really great and some weird parts, but kept me occupied on our road trip. "
— Sarah, 8/30/2013 -
" An excellently written, keep you on your toes, anticipation building, can't put the book down, stay up all night to finish type of book. This free ebook encourages me to check out more books by Alison Strobel!! "
— Theodene, 6/21/2013 -
" This is one of the best books I've ever read. I have not read anything by Alison Strobel before but will be sure do to so. I loved it! The struggles this family went through seem so real you could just see everything as it was happening. "
— Patsy, 4/24/2013 -
" Awesome book. I had a very hard time putting it down. The characters are real. I could so see the storyline in any ministry. "
— Autum, 2/26/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book. A real tear-jerker. A beautiful picture of forgiveness and family. "
— Karendenice, 12/24/2012 -
" Really liked this book. Pretty real too I think. would highly recommend! "
— Margie, 10/20/2012 -
" I believe many of us on this "faith walk" struggle with what Savannah does in this book. Heartfelt and transparent....this story spoke to my heart and my own walk of faith. "
— Maria, 9/17/2012 -
" Looking forward to the next in the series. "
— Julie, 2/29/2012 -
" My first read of Alison Strobel's. It was quite good. I felt so badly for each member of the family. I'm sure lots of families are hurting like this one. I'll be reading more of this author. "
— CarolynB, 12/15/2011 -
" Decent free kindle book from a while back "
— Carla, 10/12/2011 -
" I had never ready anything by Alison Strobel before. The main character had an heart transplant and I read this book about the time my mom had heart surgery. "
— Dawn, 9/28/2011 -
" The message of the story was good; it was just really hard to get through. "
— Tulsa, 6/5/2011 -
" Decent free kindle book from a while back "
— Carla, 5/29/2011 -
" An excellently written, keep you on your toes, anticipation building, can't put the book down, stay up all night to finish type of book. This free ebook encourages me to check out more books by Alison Strobel!! "
— Theodene, 5/9/2011 -
" This book was ok. I didn't care for the story line. I liked the characters and the spiritual change they went through the but the story line was just not believable in some parts. I just couldn't relate to some of the characters either. Just a silly book and wouldn't read it again. "
— Leah, 5/2/2011 -
" This is one of the best books I've ever read. I have not read anything by Alison Strobel before but will be sure do to so. I loved it! The struggles this family went through seem so real you could just see everything as it was happening. "
— Patsy, 4/27/2011 -
" I believe many of us on this "faith walk" struggle with what Savannah does in this book. Heartfelt and transparent....this story spoke to my heart and my own walk of faith. "
— Maria, 4/24/2011 -
" i did like this book the struggle everyone was facing but nobody wanted to tell each other what they truly was feeling everyone had secrets. This is the first book i read by this author i will definately read one of hers again. "
— pam, 4/22/2011
About Alison Strobel
Alison Strobel, whose father, award-winning author Lee Strobel, instilled her with a love of stories at a young age, has written four novels, including Reinventing Rachel. She has also written the children’s books That’s Where God Is and That’s When I talk to God with her husband Dan Morrow. She lives in Colorado with her husband and two daughters.
About Emily Durante
Emily Durante has been narrating audiobooks for over ten years and is also an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning audiobook director. She has been acting since the age of seven and has performed in a number of stage productions at the professional, collegiate, and regional levels.