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    Jolina Petersheim
    Tyndale House Publishers / 2013 / ePub
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  1. Enchanting Rose
    Colorado
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: Female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    You will not regret reading this wonderful book!
    June 18, 2013
    Enchanting Rose
    Colorado
    Age: 25-34
    Gender: Female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for The Outcast.
    This book had me sitting on the edge of my seat with intrigue. I couldn't turn the pages quick enough to read the secretive stories of The Outcast characters.

    From the first page of this book I was caught up in the world of Rachel, a young mother carrying a dark secret in her heart so that she can protect the ones she loves,

    and Tobias, a man caught up in self-righteousness, anger, and soul-eating bitterness.

    Secrets begin flowing out from broken hearts once the life of Rachel's son is at stake and now nothing will be the same.

    As I moved along in the book I could almost feel the emotions emanating from the characters: sorrow, bitterness, forgiveness, hope, love. Many times my heart ached for Rachel and the trials she was facing and there were times I wished I could shake some sense and compassion into Tobias.

    The book had many twists and turns that were very unsuspecting. When I thought I was figuring out the direction of the story, another interesting detail was brought into the picture leaving me hungry for the grand finale of the book.

    The Outcast will leave you with feelings of hope in the power of forgiveness as you take this healing journey with Rachel and the other characters of the book; it's never too late for a second chance.

    ** I was provided a copy of this book from Tyndale Publishersin exchange for my honest review. No other compensation was received. **
  2. Cindi
    Pennsylvania
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Extremely well written novel
    December 3, 2013
    Cindi
    Pennsylvania
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for The Outcast.
    I'm not sure why I find writing a review for the books that I love to be so difficult. Maybe it's because I'm hoping to do the book justice and know my writing abilities are lacking.

    The Outcast is one of the best Amish fiction novels that I've ever read, and believe me, I've read a lot. It's also one of the best books I've read this year (85 year to date).

    This may be the author's debut novel but you'd never know it by the way it's written. Mark my words, we are going to see a lot more by Jolina Petersheim and it's going to be good!

    I received The Outcast from bookfun.org in exchange for an honest review.
  3. CurledUpWithaBook
    The Maritimes
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    The Outcast
    January 30, 2019
    CurledUpWithaBook
    The Maritimes
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This was my first book by this author - she is a great story teller and I will certainly be looking for more of her books. It's heartbreaking to think that a community would treat a person so harshly by driving them away rather than to forgive. The point of the story is that sin cannot be hidden but must be confessed if we want to honour God and live with a free conscience.
  4. Jen Pen
    Midwest
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Heart-stirring...
    May 28, 2014
    Jen Pen
    Midwest
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for The Outcast.
    SUMMARY:

    Rachel Stoltzfus is a soon to be single mother, albeit a strong determined person. As a member of an Old Order Mennonite community, Rachel is shunned by many and eventually leaves at the hands of her brother-in-law, the bishop. Determined to keep the baby's father a secret, the health of her baby may change that desire even though it may expose guilt and create pain.

    A PENNY FOR MY THOUGHTS:

    The Outcast was a deeper read, almost similar to a modern Scarlet Letter with a mix of contemporary Englisch and Mennonite characters. Although parts of this book were a bit uncomfortable, it was tastefully written considering the difficult premise. Secrets, faith, loyalty, family, pride and forgiveness all mingle together to create a genuinely moving story. Wow...what an absolutely beautiful yet profound debut novel. Yet again this was a new author for me but quickly now one of my favorites; I actually have this author's newest book, The Midwife, already on my shelf.

    RATING:

    5 (out of 5) pennies

    *Library Journal's Best Books 2013*

    *Christian Manifesto's 2013 Award Winner for Excellence in Amish Fiction*

    *World Magazine's Notable Books*

    *2013/2014 Christian Retailing's Best Nominee*

    *INSPY Nominee*
  5. Nancee
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Outstanding Debut Novel!
    February 14, 2014
    Nancee
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This review was written for The Outcast.
    Jolina Petersheim has authored a brilliant debut novel portraying a pregnant, unmarried, Old Order Mennonite girl, and the resultant incriminations and repercussions her condition has elicited from her family and community members. She has been rejected and forsaken for committing adultery, but she refuses to divulge the identification of the man who fathered her unborn child. Sheltered and fostered by a former Mennonite woman, she finds peace and a safe haven. Heartrending events wreak havoc as additional adversities complicate her life. Her faith is shattered and hope is elusive as adversity and anguish besiege her.

    The Outcast is written with expertise, proficiency, perception and sensitivity. Drawing from her Mennonite heritage the author has firsthand experience and understanding of her subject matter. Written with sophistication, conviction and discernment, the success of this novel is undeniable. The authenticity of the events throughout this narrative confirm that research and experience are beyond question. Elements of doubting God are replaced with forgiveness, faith, hope and assurance. I highly recommend this eloquently written book of Amish fiction and look forward to many more books by this ingenious new author.

    Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from Book Fun through the For Readers Only program, in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.
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