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What She Left for Me

By: Tracie Peterson
Narrated by: Linda Stephens
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In What She Left for Me, a preacher's wife must lean on her battered family for healing.

Jana McGuire is devastated when she returns from an African mission trip only to find her pastor husband has taken all their money and left with his secretary. Left with no worldly possessions, Jana is forced to seek help from her distant mother and her bubbly, welcoming great-aunt Taffy. Jana soon realizes that her mother's cold demeanor hides a tragic past - and that the two must mend their relationships with God and each other.

An award-winning, best-selling author of over 60 books, Tracie Peterson skillfully explores the deepest tests of faith and forgiveness.

©2005 Tracie Peterson (P)2006 Recorded Books LLC

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"Flawed, sympathetic characters move through the pages with stark grace that ministers both insight and challenge." (Romantic Times Bookclub)

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The most powerful novel you'll ever read

This was the most powerful and poi​gnant novel I've ever read. The storyline is breathtaking. Tracie Peterson tells this story in such a loving, kind, and thoughtful way. This story will touch your heart and make you search your heart about forgiveness. Truly a must read. I will be adding this to my favorites list -- its worth reading again.

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Great story

Great story telling of multi generational family. Depth of character and their ability to navigate their challenges. Cusp of holding on so tightly to wrongs or letting go. Great story telling and narration. Christian perspective of love and forgiveness. Must listen.

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Hard topics inspired story

This story artfully covered hard topics in a very compassionate and respectful manner. The characters were well thought out and I was grateful to listen to their growth .

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A wonderful story of forgiveness and restoration!

The book was captivating! I appreciated the way the author touched on tough subjects so carefully but still made her point. But the best part was how she wrapped it all up and brought it all back to Jesus!

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On e of her best!

Such wonderful books Tracie Peterson writes!
I am inspired by the biblical lessons demonstrated by the stories. This book was especially good.

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tough topics, well written!

A really well described devastating story with keys to forgiveness and peace. A book for every woman!

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Great Read!

But the chapters on the Audio were way off... Loved the way it wax written.

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God is There

Would you listen to What She Left for Me again? Why?

She- was very fitting for me. A book that God sent for me to read.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Elanore

Which character – as performed by Linda Stephens – was your favorite?

The all were good.

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How much it hit the areas of my life. Made me Cry

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Disturbing issues, hopeful outcomes

This book was full of heart wrenching trails and events, it leads you down a road of learning to except what God has dealt you with grace and peace. Definately not for a younger reader, a lot of mature issues.

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Very real. Abuse is so very rampant and this was written very tastefully.

There was nothing to dislike. The truth is sometimes hard for people to understand. Thank you for writing this book.

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