Monday 27 July 2009

The Passion of Mary-Margaret by Lisa Samson & Aussie Giveaway

When Mary-Margaret Danaher met Jude Keller, the lightkeeper's son, she was studying at convent school on a small island in the Chesapeake Bay. Destined for a life as a religious sister, she nevertheless felt a pull toward Jude-rough and tumble, promiscuous Jude.

After sojourning as a medical missions sister in Swaziland, Mary-Margaret returns to the island to prepare for her final vows. Jude, too, returns to the island, dissolute and hardened. Mary-Margaret can hardly believe it when the Spirit tells her she must marry the troubled boy who befriended her all those years ago, forsaking the only life she ever wanted for a man she knows she'll never love.

My take:~

Want out of the ordinary, brave and confronting writing that will leave you wondering if it ever gets much better? Lisa Samson is your gal! The Passion of Mary-Margaret is beautiful and haunting as it delves into the secret depths of a woman's heart and the conflicting passion she has for her God and a man embittered by a fractured childhood and licentious lifestyle. Brilliant characterisation by Lisa brings Mary-Margaret, Jude, Sister Angelica and every other character to grace the pages of this book, to tangible life with their failings and strengths authentically displayed. Reading this book takes concentration for which you will be well rewarded ~ it is written in both past and present tense and in true Samson style, complex issues of faith, morality and human pain are tackled with candour and without apology. Redemption and sacrifice are indelible parts of the Christian experience but The Passion of Mary-Margaret will make you look a little closer at the peace and hope God offers.

Relz Reviewz Extras

Review of Embrace Me
Visit Lisa's website
Buy Lisa's books at Amazon or Koorong

Aussie Giveaway

I have a copy of this book to give away :) To enter:~

Have an Aussie mailing address and post a comment by Sunday 2nd August, 2009 ~ easy peasy!


10 comments:

Tina said...

Just popping in to say hi. I have a copy and don't have an Aussie address, but I loved this novel. I think it is her best. If she gets better, then I cannot wait to read it..

Leola said...

Just read your take on this book - sounds fantastic! I'd love to read it - please enter me Rel. Thanks again!

Rel said...

Hi Tina - thx for dropping by :) As you can see I agree with your thoughts.

Hi Leola :)

Nicole said...

This novel made my Top Ten all-time. What a beautiful story of true love in all its facets. I loved this book. Bravo.

nolene said...

This sounds like quite a read so enter me please!

jaana said...

Please enter me in too. Thanks Rel!

Jen said...

Me too please Rel. Thanks

Nerolie - Aus said...

Thanks for the opportunity. Please enter me for the giveaway.

wendyb said...

Eloquently reviewed, sounds a fascinating story, please enter me. Thanks Wendyb

ad said...

Me too please Rel.Ta.

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