A unique blend of historical fact and engaging fiction showing the power of forgiveness.
In 1942, German subs are dispatched to the Gulf of Mexico to sink U.S. vessels carrying goods and fuel. While taking a late-night walk, Helen Mason—widowed by war—discovers the near-lifeless body of a German sailor. Enraged at the site of Josef Landermann's uniform, Helen is prepared to leave him to die when an unusual phrase, faintly uttered, changes her mind.
In The Heart Mender, a small town must prepare itself for the worst the world has to offer, and Josef and Helen must reconcile their pasts to create a future.
I read this book as part of the Book Sneeze program through Thomas Nelson Publishing. It was a lovely piece of fiction. Very easy to read and easy to get sucked into the story.
The blend of fiction and true story was unique and engaging. The story kept me engaged through its 240 pages (which to me is a short book :) ). I felt that there was room for more development on the concept of forgiveness, which is the book's main message, but overall the story was a good one. The character development was good. The story moved at a good pace and provided a decent level of detail. I enjoyed this book and would definitely read it again.
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I'm reading The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Omartian. Very helpful.
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