When tranquility shatters, broken pieces are all that remain.On a cold, snowy night, Helen and Ernest leave the hospital deliriously happy with their new baby girl. But when the weather turns ominous, their exhilaration is shattered. In the stillness after the storm, the family has one mission: to repair their broken pieces. Broken Pieces is a biographical novel based on real life events.
Broken Pieces by Judith B. Pinkard. This is a biographical story of the authors life. Its a story based on faith in God and His amazing miracles. The story of her birth and the months afterwards are nothing short of a miracle and if you have the slightest doubt that there is a God read this book and you will be a firm believer. Judy’s parents meet and instantly fall in love shortly afterwards her mom get pregnant but doesn’t tell her dad and takes off. Once Judy is born her mom looks up the dad and they get married. On the way home from that they are in a horrific car accident. It is only by the Grace of God that they all survived. Afterwards Judy’s mom is very messed up in looks and emotionally. Its the story of true faith and knowing that He will take care of all things! I felt very blessed after reading this story. Its such a wonderful story of survival and love. It was a super short read but be prepared to finish once you start.
Broken Pieces by Judith B. Pinkard
5 Amazingly Awesome Stars
Oh my goodness, when I read the last page I wanted to go right back to the first page and start again…This was an amazing story, written so beautifully and …Oh my heart!!
I literally could not put this book down, and I want more from this author…Not even going into the biography I read and just mentioning the writing…Oh my…Simply beautiful that’s all I can think to say on that.
I have to thank this author for sharing this story, I was so impressed with her outlook on life while growing up in what most of us would consider major dysfunction, but she always kept that positive outlook on life and loved with all she had. This is such an inspirational story and her faith was always there even before she realized she had it.
I just can’t say enough about this book..I am in awe and totally speechless.
There’s no doubt in my mind there was a real life miracle written about in this book and it took my breath away.
PHENOMENAL!!!!!
4 Stars
“I have a story to tell. It is unbelievable, yet true. A story that can make people rethink their belief system. It is a story that needs to be told—a tragic, yet redeeming story. I’ll start my book tomorrow. It comes to me that my beginning started like this storm. Even from conception, it wasn’t planned—one of those decisions or choices that shapes lives. It happened somewhere, sometime in February 1950.”
Broken Pieces is the debut novel by Judith B. Pinkard. It is a somewhat harrowing biography- and was thought-provoking, heartbreaking, and entirely memorable. There were parts that were quite emotional- my heart broke for her. The authors account covers her life’s journey- from her miraculous beginnings, through her unsettled childhood, dysfunctional family environment, abandonment, insecurities, turmoil, pain, mental illness, hope, faith, second chances, choices, and much more.
“Choices. Life is all about choices. Some are other people’s, and some yours, but a choice is always involved. The wrong choice can change the course of your life forever. Like tornadoes, the wrong choice may occur unexpectedly and be devastating.”
I wasn’t sure if I would ‘like’ this book when I picked it up, I thought it would be far too sad and depressing- and don’t get me wrong, there are parts of the story that ARE very sad, and quite depressing- but it was the thread of faith and hope that really ‘lifts’ this story- giving it a redeeming and inspirational quality.
“And once the storm is over, you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed to survive. You won’t even be sure, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.”—Haruki Murakami
The quotes at the beginning of each chapter helped to set the tone for the chapter, and added to the overall storyline. There were gory details, heart-stopping and quite shocking moments- but these moments helped to set the scene and the ‘miracle’ that happened amongst the devastation. The photos at the end certainly cemented the whole story.
“Sometimes the brightest people fight with the ugliest demons.”
I appreciate the author’s candour and applaud her bravery in sharing her journey.
Thank you, Ms. Pinkard!
Broken Pieces
By: Judith B. Pinkard
5 out of 5 stars
The book Broken Pieces by Judith B. Pinkard is a biographical novel based on real life events. I found it to be both heartbreaking and heartwarming. It draws you in and didn’t let go of my heart until I had read the ending page. It is an inspiring story that found me at times with tears in my eyes. There is faith, prayer, love, and family. There were moments that were sad to read about and others that are touching. I found my emotions going up and down the entire time reading. One never knows the impact of others on their lives and how you will survive and weather storms. This author has beautifully written about her life experiences. This book is one I would highly recommend reading.
This is my first book by this author, I loved it! It is a short story that kept me turning pages until the end. The author pulled me in right from the beginning. A story of survival and belief. Helen and Ernest thought they had it all until one storm that will change everything for them. Will they be able to put the pieces back together? They are great characters that took me on an emotional ride that made me feel as if I was part of the story. This is a must read!