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Tuesday, May 10, 2011

'Faith' by Jennifer haigh





 Most of you have heard, by now, what happened to my brother, or a version of it: the alarming events of that spring and summer, the single, vile accusation, still unproven, that made a ruin of his life. *{p.10}






Synopsis:
When Sheila McGann sets out to redeem her disgraced brother, a once-beloved Catholic priest in suburban Boston, her quest will force her to confront cataclysmic truths about her fractured Irish-American family, her beliefs, and, ultimately, herself.

My Thoughts:
This book literally drew me into the story and held me captive for over a day. It touched me and has made me stop and think about judgment.....and how we all are so quick to place blame on someone else. The way the author wrote kept me spellbound. I felt as if I was walking beside each one of these characters as their shadow and was afforded the luxury of knowing their true hearts. The story is ripped from the headlines and could be explosive in the wrong hands, but Haigh deftly weaves her tale without causing the reader to get up on any type of soapbox. Instead, she takes you slowly and surely through this family drama that is laced with sadness, regret, hurt, secrets, and redemption.

Recommend? In a heart beat....her writing flows and is exquisite. I've become a bit enraptured by her writing style and look forward to spending time with another of her creations!

Rating: 10/10



Author: Jennifer Haigh
Published: 2011
Publisher: HarperCollins
Pages: 318
Genre: Literary Fiction
ISBN: 9780060755805
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On Sale May 10, 2011
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Disclaimer:Thank you to Amazon Vine Program for sending me a review copy. I was not compensated for my review. My thoughts on this book were in no way influenced by the author or publicist.They are my personal reflections based solely on MY experience while reading this novel

25 comments:

  1. Staci, I just finished this one yesterday and liked it too. I did hold my interest. I'm glad you liked it.

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  2. I really enjoyed two of her earlier novels on audio (Mrs. Kimble and Baker Towers)... sounds like this one is going on my list, too. Thanks, Staci!

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  3. Wow that is some issue to write about and would definitely take a delicate hand, but based on the quote, I can also see how destructive false accusations would be and that in itself could serve to lose all faith. I love how you described Jennifer's writing too, it sound amazing.

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  4. Wow!! this sounds amazing! I need to read this! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)

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  5. Wow, this is the second review I've read today and you both gave the book a top rating. I need to read it soon!

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  6. wow! sounds like i need to read this book now!

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  7. I've been seeing this one around. I'll keep an eye out for it. It sounds like a winner. Great review Staci!

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  8. It sounds good, but what did he do..am I gonna hate him?

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  9. It sounds like this one is speaking to one of my pet peeves. I hate it when people/news media report a fact and then decide guilt without having all the facts. That usually leads to someone's life being ruined. This book is definitely one from the headlines. I'd like to read it.

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  10. This sounds good - I can never resist a good Irish-American story!

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  11. this story sounds very interesting, a very thought provoking subject.

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  12. Not exactly the topic I would choose, but I definitely need to give this author a try.

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  13. Wow, 10/10. I have read all of Haigh's novels so I will read this one. There are so many good books to read, I wish I could bring 20 with me on vacation later this month. :)

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  14. Have you read any Haigh before? I read The Condition and didn't love it but it definitely sounds like I need to give Haigh another chance.

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  15. I just saw this book the other day and thought it might be interesting. Your review convinced me that it is a "must read"

    I look forward to having the free time to read again this summer! I have missed it these past few weeks.

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  16. After that review I am definitely going to have to read this to find out about that wonderful writing style!

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  17. Your review has me wanting to read this one for sure.

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  18. Well after seeing that rating I'm really excited to read this book! I think I'm on tour for June. I really love her books and writing.

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  19. I can't wait to read this one at some point. I've read nothing but good reviews and have already added it to my wishlist. Great review!

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  20. Great review! Wow 10/10, this must be a really good book! Maybe someday I will have to read it!

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  21. Wow; this is a great review. Definitely one to put on the to-buy list! Thanks so much!

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  22. Wow, I'm going to have to keep this one in mind!

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  23. I love when that happens!!! (10/10) :)

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  24. Love your review Staci and these beautiful words "I felt as if I was walking beside each one of these characters as their shadow and was afforded the luxury of knowing their true hearts."

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  25. This definitely brings to light the priest scandal that has been plaguing the catholic church but the author also shows how easy it was to accuse someone. Father Arthur was a sincerely good person but was accused wrongly. I was intrigued from beginning to end!

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