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Abiding Hope: A Novel: Healing Ruby Book 4 | Envi

Honeybee
4 de diciembre de 2024
Heart-rending conclusion
This fourth and final novel in the Healing Ruby series was so intense! I stayed up into the wee hours one night to finish it, because I HAD to know how the author would tie up the countless loose ends left unresolved in the previous three books.As so often happens in real life, the end of World War II and its impact on participants didn’t end when Ruby (a.k.a.—Grace) came home from the Philippines via Australia. Like so many with loved ones fighting abroad, she didn’t know whether her husband and brother were alive or dead or whether to keep praying and waiting for their safe return or accept the proposal of the man who had gotten Ruby safely home and cared for her and her precious little daughter Hope as if they were family.Her husband Matthew, left to fight the Japanese who had invaded the Philippines, fought the war for two more years on multiple fronts—battling for his health against tropical diseases, infection, malnutrition, exhaustion and injuries; facing insurmountable odds against the Japanese, hot-headed soldiers under his command, spies and frightened civilians; loss of lives of those close to him; and guilt over his failures. Even after he was sent home to recover from his injuries and illness, Matthew continued to face demons in his dreams and had to regain his faith in God.I love the ways the author showed how both Ruby and Matthew learned the true meaning of submission to God, each other and godly authority in this book! And also how the Lord helped them right the wrongs they had committed in books two and three. Fans of the classic children’s story, The Velveteen Rabbit, will appreciate how the author incorporates the theme of loving someone so they feel “real” again. She brought many of the characters from Ruby’s childhood together, restoring fractured relationships and weaving the new into the old. And she did it all so magnificently against the backdrop of history that it didn’t really seem like fiction at all.If you are looking for a historical novel that gives a realistic portrayal of the hardships of war, along with a message of healing and restoration, I highly recommend this book. Each installment of this series is compelling and touching. However, this one seems the most heart-rending and -warming of them all!Ver másVer menos
Mike Fisher
23 de mayo de 2017
Inspiring, faith filled novel.
Once again, Jennifer Westall come through with a captivating novel! I read the first "Ruby" book just looking for something new to read. I was immediately hooked. I love the way that the characters have evolved. From a young girl just trying to find her place, to a strong woman who had faced much adversity and still remained true to her faith. This author did a wonderful job of tying up all the lose ends in this book. When I finished book 3, I immediately emailed the author and asked her when she planned on publishing the next book. Abiding Hope was worth the wait! I sat down and read it from beginning to end in one weekend...I just couldn't put it down. If you enjoy a story with a strong, faith filled female subject, this is a wonderful series. Thank you, Jennifer Westall, I can't wait to see what you do next!Ver másVer menos
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Susan Bricker
2 de junio de 2017
An amazing book by an outstanding author!
An amazing book by an outstanding author! I have loved the Healing Ruby series. Jennifer writes in such a faith-filled way. The stories not only capture your attention but your heart and soul as well. I can't wait to read the next book and she just released the newest book in the series! I felt so caught up in the characters and story lines. I didn't want it to end. This series is full of faith, prayer, life experiences, hardship, waiting on God,, and most of all standing for and surrendering to the Lord. You'll be inspired and fall in love with this series. They are a blessing.Ver másVer menos
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allofakindmom
18 de abril de 2018
Satisfying yet bittersweet-the conclusion of the captivating Healing Ruby Series
This was the satisfying conclusion to this very captivating series. I wanted to know how Ruby's and Matthew's stories ended, so knew I had to read it. It is always rather bittersweet to reach the end of a series that I've enjoyed so tremendously. So in that sense, I didn't really want to read it at all, because I didn't want it to end!Ruby finally stops running and faces up to everything. Things don't all just get tied up neat and tidy. There is depth. Pain. Character building. And so much more in this book.I don't want to give spoilers, so I'll just say READ THE BOOK! :) And if you haven't read any of them, be sure and start at the very beginning with Healing Ruby. The audio versions are excellent, but I'm sure reading the pages would also be satisfying.Ver másVer menos
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Island Girl
1 de agosto de 2017
Buckle up! Your emotions will be tossed about as you hitch a ride on Matthew & Ruby's bumpy road.
I love the way scripture is intertwined throughout the twists & turns life throws at Matthew & Ruby. The living Word brings them through giving them living hope.I recommend this book to my fellow first-generation Filipino Americans. I found it revealing reading. It sparked a fire in me to research further the Asian-Pacific part of WWII. My father & his family, being from the Philippines, witnessed first-hand, the terrors of this war. After reading this, I understand why my father doesn't share about what they went through. I've heard stories from my Aunties that resonate in this book. Even if you're not Filipino, this book and the series are excellent reads. You'll be encouraged to live a God honoring life like Ruby.Ver másVer menos
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MomKale
3 de junio de 2017
It was one of the best series ever
Jennifer H Westall writes incredibly with wonderful stories, I would encourage you to read this set in order to understand everything. I hate the series is apparently ending but i lifestyle way she tied up all the loose ends and shared God's grace and mercy as they basis of the book. If we completely surrender to God our Father, the good things and maybe even a few bad will truly show you what all He gave up to enable us to surrender it all and watch what He has in store for us. Well done Jennifer, you are a wonderful and talented writer, I pray I see more from you! Good luck and He bless you!Ver másVer menos
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Heart-rending conclusion

Inspiring, faith filled novel.

An amazing book by an outstanding author!

Satisfying yet bittersweet-the conclusion of the captivating Healing Ruby Series

Buckle up! Your emotions will be tossed about as you hitch a ride on Matthew & Ruby's bumpy road.

It was one of the best series ever

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