Angel, sold into prostitution as a child, survives by keeping her hatred for men alive. Then she meets Michael Hosea who loves her unconditionally. Day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation until, despite her resistance, her heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening come overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. So Angel runs…
I loved this version of the book of Hosea. It was written with characters whom you really care about and cheer for until the end. I was very moved by the story.
Best novel ever written! The greatest love story!
One of the best books I have ever read. I couldn’t recommend it more. It should be on everyone’s must read list!
After reading this book for the second time I knew I had to have a copy for my own library. Absolutely one of the best books I’ve ever read.
Loved this book and it’s connection to the Bible.
One of my all time favorites
This book was hard to put down.. great read! I throughly enjoyed it
This is a Christian remake of the author’s previous novel before she wrote Christian books. It is realistic and deals with some seamy situations but is a tale of God’s redeeming love.
I never read a book more than once. THIS is the exception!!!
This is one of the best books I have ever read! I loved it.
Ultimately uplifting!
Anything Francine Rivers writes should be read!
Way too sensual for a Christian book. I know that the book is characterizing a Biblical story but way too much details that I don’t want to read about.
Spiritually enlightening and uplifting
Wonderful story that you will want everyone you know to read. I couldn’t put it down. Must read.
I did not at all care for the “scenes” and references to the woman’s body being either nearly naked or completely nude.
I would never read “trashy romance novels”, and though this one was intended to be an allegory based on Hosea’s life in the Bible, I am so thankful that the Bible’s Author did not include details of Hosea’s wife’s sinful activities.
So, though I read this after a friend’s recommendation, I will not be reading any additional books by this author.
One of my favorite books ever. Those who read the Bible will recognize it as the story of the book of Hosea. For those who haven’t read the Bible, it is still a marvelous story of love that goes beyond all reason and bounds. Just thinking back on it fills me with emotion.
Wonderful book. Can’t say enough good things about it.
I cannot rate this book highly enough. There are not enough stars! It is such a wonderfully written book and has application for all lives. It is probably Francine Rivers very best, and she is wonderful anyway!
One of the most well written and wonderful books I have read. This book made me fall in love with Francine Rivers.