Never Letting Go of Hope

by Shannon Guymon

Cassie Roberts’ ordinary life as wife and mother changes forever when her best friend makes a dying wish. She asks Cassie care for her child, an African-American girl named Hope. Despite the potential struggles that await them, Cassie takes Hope and never looks back. Cassie’s unusual “adoption” creates a stir within her church and neighborhood, and many are convinced Cassie made the wrong decision. Tensions continue to mount, and finally the unthinkable happens, leaving Cassie at a crossroads. As she turns to her Heavenly Father, Cassie knows there is one thing she can never let go of—Hope. This riveting story brings home the need for loving tolerance, and will touch your heart!

Genres: Lds Fiction, Christian Fiction, Lds

170 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

I live in the Rocky Mountains with my husband and children and love my home when it’s not snowing. I’m the author of 37 books so far. I also write YA Paranormal Romance under my pen name, Katie Lee O’Guinn. I enjoy the outdoors, reading and being with my family. To find out the latest on my books, check out my blog. You can purchase all of my books at Amazon.com. I’m also a huge supporter of Operation Underground Railroad. Check out their website to learn more.

Reviews

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I hadn't read the back of this book or anything, so I didn't have any idea of what to expect. Racism ended up being the main topic. A family adopts a baby who is half black and half white and it causes a major controversy among people who claim to be Christians. It's sad that some people really do have issues with this. It was upsetting to me to even read about it in a fictional story. But there were a couple of surprises in the book, too, which always makes for an interesting read. As I got towards the end of the book, I couldn't put it down. I had to know what was going to happen next.

[Anita · Rating 2 out of 5]

When Cassie's best friend from childhood dies, she leaves her something very important - Hope - her daughter. Hope is of bi-racial heritage and this causes an uproar in Cassie's all white life. Cassie is shocked at the opinions of her friends, family and church.

There were quite a few cliches in the book, but I'm still glad I read it.

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book! Shannon Guymon is a very good author. This made me think about some of my family members and how they might be accepted in society. I really liked this book. My daughter is looking forward to reading it also. We both read it again and liked it just as much this time as we did the last time that we read it.

[Mary Elizabeth Morton · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I picked up this book, I knew it would be an interesting perspective regarding Blacks, Whites & Mormons. What I didn't expect was how amazing the book would be. I couldn't put it down. Wow! It had spiritual, ethical & racial dilemmas all tied into a heart-racing mystery at the end. Well done Shannon Guymon! LDS fiction has sure changed since I was a kid. Wonderful!

[Susan Brandley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book. Shannon Guymon pulls you right into the story. It's about a girl who's best friend has cancer and wants her to adopt her child. The problem is the child is black and she lives in an area where people aren't too keen on the idea. It gets very suspenseful and doesn't take you long to read. I would definitely recommend this book.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A young mother is asked by a dying friend to take her baby, an African-American girl named Hope. Her "adoption" causes a stir in her church and neighborhood. Some support, some struggle, and one hates.

[Dianna · Rating 3 out of 5]

would you adopt a child from a long forgotten friend whom was dieing ? would you bring the child into your life with full hope (no pun intended) ?
the baby is being sent to be loved and raised. the family soon learns how one child can divide a group of friends along with danger...yes, a good read

[Staci · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a little biased, due to the fact that this author is my cousin

[Tandalaya Stitt · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not one of my favorites but a decent read.

[Lynette · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book made me look at prejudice in a different way and examine all the different ways that you can be racially biased. It was also action packed. I really enjoyed it.

[Leslie Lamb · Rating 5 out of 5]

What is fun about reading, is feeling as if you have experienced these adventures. In this case, adopting a child from your friend who passed away.

[Kale Snyder · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such a good book that helps us to remember that prejudice is still very real and something we should not take lightly. Very suspenseful book.

[Erin · Rating 4 out of 5]

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