A Beautiful Mess (The Mosaic Collection, #4)

by The Mosaic Collection and Brenda S Anderson

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A beautiful story of healing and grace

A trend I've seen with "traditionally published" Christian books lately is that while there are themes of forgiveness and grace, the Gospel message is often watered down or not present at all. While I certainly don't believe that every Christian book is required to have the Gospel presented to be in that genre, in some of the stories, there isn't enough about faith in them to allow the reader to distinguish that the God mentioned is the one of the Bible.

Having read A Beautiful Mess, there is no question in my mind what author Brenda S. Anderson believes or what God she worships. The message of redemption is so clear. It shines in vivid colors! This is the first book I have read by her and I am so hooked!! I loved this glimpse into her heart.

Erin's story is tragic. She had a troubled childhood, was raised by just her mother who suffered from mental illness and depression. Married to her childhood sweetheart and best friend after getting pregnant, she thought everything was fine. Until she discovered what betrayal felt like!

I saw this book offered on blog tours several times. And while I was intrigued by the description, I passed up the opportunity to read it more than once. And yet, when invited again to receive a copy for review, I knew I had to read it. Oh, I am so glad I did!

Yes, my heart was wrenched. I was moved to tears. Erin's pain and the fears she had regarding her daughter were so intense! The sense of abandonment she had because of her husband Corey's actions and the desertion of another close friend had devastated her! And then, the things she read in Corey's personal journal. Wow!!

Erin's journey was filled with anguish and yet it was also full of hope. The way the author incorporated Corey's journal into the narrative to explain events that had occurred was well done. While it introduced some adult themes, they did not cross any lines of propriety and were needed to fully paint the picture of the past.

Readers who enjoy a rich portrait of brokenness and restoration bathed in faith will want to be sure and read this beautiful story!
Read my full review at Among the Reads


I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.