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Shredded
A New Pastor, A Dying Church, and a Fifteen-Year-Old Secret
Jean has been called Blue Jean since childhood, but not because of her clothing. She wears nondescript colors and avoids people when she can. Her world is unhappy but predictable, until the new pastor and his handsome brother move into town. A chance encounter brings the town prostitute to church that Sunday, starting a chain reaction that will shake the church to its core.
Will Jean embrace the truth that will set her free, or will fear keep her captive forever?
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If you loved Francine River's Redeeming Love, Shredded is for you!
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Shredded was inspired by the Biblical story of the scandalous woman wiping Jesus' feet with her hair. If that story happened in a modern context on a larger scale, who would respond like the judgmental religious leader, who would respond like Jesus, and what would happen to the woman who'd been forgiven much?
Fiction-Christian Suspense /Fiction-Christian Romance /Fiction-Facing Fears/Fiction-Overcoming Child Abuse /Fiction-Freedom from the Past /Fiction-Fighting Human Trafficking
Reader Review:
...this book really blew me away!..All the emotion, the drama, the romance and tenderness, the action, adventure. I couldn't wait to see what happened but I didn't want it to end either. I really can't say enough good things about it and how much I enjoyed it. WOW!... I was nervous with anticipation and crying and so caught up in it all ... I rarely cry over books, but I think that other than Karen Kingsbury, [Rae is] the only other author that has made me cry...
Jean has been called Blue Jean since childhood, but not because of her clothing. She wears nondescript colors and avoids people when she can. Her world is unhappy but predictable, until the new pastor and his handsome brother move into town. A chance encounter brings the town prostitute to church that Sunday, starting a chain reaction that will shake the church to its core.
Will Jean embrace the truth that will set her free, or will fear keep her captive forever?
****
If you loved Francine River's Redeeming Love, Shredded is for you!
****
Shredded was inspired by the Biblical story of the scandalous woman wiping Jesus' feet with her hair. If that story happened in a modern context on a larger scale, who would respond like the judgmental religious leader, who would respond like Jesus, and what would happen to the woman who'd been forgiven much?
Fiction-Christian Suspense /Fiction-Christian Romance /Fiction-Facing Fears/Fiction-Overcoming Child Abuse /Fiction-Freedom from the Past /Fiction-Fighting Human Trafficking
Reader Review:
...this book really blew me away!..All the emotion, the drama, the romance and tenderness, the action, adventure. I couldn't wait to see what happened but I didn't want it to end either. I really can't say enough good things about it and how much I enjoyed it. WOW!... I was nervous with anticipation and crying and so caught up in it all ... I rarely cry over books, but I think that other than Karen Kingsbury, [Rae is] the only other author that has made me cry...
336 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 13, 2015
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About the author
Kimberly Rae
56 books92 followersAmazon bestselling author of over 35 books Kimberly Rae has lived in Bangladesh, Uganda, Kosovo and Indonesia. She rafted the Nile River, hiked the hills at the base of Mount Everest, and ate cow brains, just to say she'd done it!
Rae has been published over 300 times and has work in 5 languages. Kimberly Rae’s articles have been published in BRIO, BRIO & Beyond, Proverbs 31 Woman Magazine, Mature Years, Diabetes Health, SusieMag, Women of the Harvest, Clubhouse Jr., Keys for Kids, Insight magazine, and Woman Alive, the only Christian magazine for woman in the UK. She writes regularly for Regular Baptist Press and Union Gospel Press.
Rae has been interviewed on multiple radio shows, in several newspapers, on blogs, and once on television. Since the release of her bestselling novels on human trafficking and missions (STOLEN WOMAN, STOLEN CHILD, STOLEN FUTURE), she is a requested professional speaker on human trafficking--not just the problem, but how people can be part of the solution.
Rae also has a series of books on living joyfully with chronic illness (she has Addison's disease) and new books on trafficking:
For Teens: Capturing Jasmina
For Adults and Teens: Captive No More
Someday Dreams
Find out more or order autographed books at www.kimberlyrae.com!
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January 5, 2021
The best book I've read in awhile. A small town church with the exact people you see in real life... making up a completely believable story that I could not put down. It was dripping with scriptural truths but not in an awkward or cheesy way. Highly, highly recommend.
August 21, 2015
Shredded
Have you ever felt shredded by life, relationships and circumstances? Well this story let's you know even though you may have been shredded there is hope in Jesus. The cast of characters in the story will cause you to think and evaluate your relationship with the one who can put all the shredded pieces back together. Yes, there is hope and we must take the time to get to know each other, because we never know who Jesus will allow to cross our path. We can introduce the shredded to the Healer of all healers and the Restorer of all restorers, so be open and don't look at the outside package, look at the heart. Shredded is a powerful story full of forgiveness, healing and hope. I highly and strongly recommend this book.
Have you ever felt shredded by life, relationships and circumstances? Well this story let's you know even though you may have been shredded there is hope in Jesus. The cast of characters in the story will cause you to think and evaluate your relationship with the one who can put all the shredded pieces back together. Yes, there is hope and we must take the time to get to know each other, because we never know who Jesus will allow to cross our path. We can introduce the shredded to the Healer of all healers and the Restorer of all restorers, so be open and don't look at the outside package, look at the heart. Shredded is a powerful story full of forgiveness, healing and hope. I highly and strongly recommend this book.
September 6, 2015
Loved it!
Well told story with likable characters and some really intense scenes. This is my first book by Ms Rae, but it won't be the last. She's a new favorite.
Well told story with likable characters and some really intense scenes. This is my first book by Ms Rae, but it won't be the last. She's a new favorite.
January 27, 2021
Love, love LOVE this book! I tore through it in one weekend, unable to put it down. The characters were so shocking and yet so realistic at the same time and I was impressed by the authors presentation of the gospel in such a relevant way. I recommend this book 100% and we should all be more like Candy!
February 16, 2021
Books don't often make me cry - but WOW! I read the whole thing in one sitting, as I just couldnt put it down, and this one had me in tears by the end. This was so gripping, so touching, and so convicting. So sad yet so beautiful. A gorgeous picture of how Jesus can take our ugly past and make all things new. A very convicting picture of how, as Christians and church members, we respond to those steeped in sin who come seeking Jesus in true repentence and faith. I highly recommend you read this book!! Would definitely give it more than 5 stars if I could 😉
August 10, 2024
"Shredded" - A book worth reading!
"Shredded," written in multiple points of view,
in third person past, captivated me. Reading long into the night, I finished the book in two days. The characters are well developed and complex. Most of them grow and learn to be better people. Human trafficking, a main theme, is portrayed without gore, but the impact remains strong.
This is book one of a trilogy. I highly recommend this series.
"Shredded," written in multiple points of view,
in third person past, captivated me. Reading long into the night, I finished the book in two days. The characters are well developed and complex. Most of them grow and learn to be better people. Human trafficking, a main theme, is portrayed without gore, but the impact remains strong.
This is book one of a trilogy. I highly recommend this series.
August 20, 2018
A challenge to Christians
I have to admit, I was skeptical at first, not sure how this author would handle such a difficult subject. However, I think she did a great job!
This book is a good story, but also a challenge to the church (God's people) to reach out to the hurting around them, and to take action against injustice.
I have to admit, I was skeptical at first, not sure how this author would handle such a difficult subject. However, I think she did a great job!
This book is a good story, but also a challenge to the church (God's people) to reach out to the hurting around them, and to take action against injustice.
August 17, 2018
So believable that I disappeared for a day.
I couldn't put it down. I couldn't stop. I loved the story and the characters. So believable that I disappeared for a day. Shattered promises to be equally great.
I couldn't put it down. I couldn't stop. I loved the story and the characters. So believable that I disappeared for a day. Shattered promises to be equally great.
September 3, 2018
Thought provoking
I enjoyed this book. It makes one realize what is happening all around us. Sex trafficking is out there destroying so any lives. It certainly reminds us that we need to cover our young ones with prayer.
I enjoyed this book. It makes one realize what is happening all around us. Sex trafficking is out there destroying so any lives. It certainly reminds us that we need to cover our young ones with prayer.
February 16, 2022
One of the best books I have ever read. I know I say this about most of the books I read but in this case it’s a fact. Laying down your past and running with God for your future. Seriously this book is a heart stopper and totally unexpected!
May 7, 2024
I loved this book! Trafficking is a horrid thing and this book shows both sides of it. It also demonstrates God’s love for all who want it. Church people’s reactions in this story had me laughing out loud. Great story!
August 27, 2018
An Excellent Read
This book is pure soul food. It will keep you on your toes, as well as fill your heart. I recommend it to anyone & everyone!!!
This book is pure soul food. It will keep you on your toes, as well as fill your heart. I recommend it to anyone & everyone!!!
November 22, 2019
This book is okay. I really appreciate that the author tries to tackle such difficult subject matter, but much of the book is pretty illogical. I’ll leave it at that to not get into spoilers.
January 19, 2023
Another great book by Kimberly Rae!
September 23, 2015
I had no expectations with this book. I received a free copy to review, and all I knew was that the subject involved childhood sexual abuse.
Wow. It knocked my socks off. It is a very deep subject and the author covers it in a beautiful way. I don't normally like a book with too many point of view characters, because they generally get confusing, but the author handled it very well. The chapters flowed gracefully together with the change of characters very easy to follow. And I don't think she could have told this story from just 1 or 2 perspectives. At least, not told it this well. It's a Christian story, no doubt, but it's not preachy or in-your-face. In fact - without giving a spoiler - one of the characters is a brand new Christian and watching her learn what that means is often funny and quite charming.
Jean Louise goes by the name Blue Jean, not because she wears them. People started calling her that because of her "blue" or sad persona. She's the nondescript single woman at church who rarely says anything to anyone over the age of 12. Until the new pastor - and his handsome brother - move into town. They open the church to a whole new cast of characters. Jean Louise's safe, orderly, predictable little world is about to get a lot bigger. But can she handle it? Or will her fear from the past keep her from reaching out to help others? Will it keep her trapped in the past?
Wow. It knocked my socks off. It is a very deep subject and the author covers it in a beautiful way. I don't normally like a book with too many point of view characters, because they generally get confusing, but the author handled it very well. The chapters flowed gracefully together with the change of characters very easy to follow. And I don't think she could have told this story from just 1 or 2 perspectives. At least, not told it this well. It's a Christian story, no doubt, but it's not preachy or in-your-face. In fact - without giving a spoiler - one of the characters is a brand new Christian and watching her learn what that means is often funny and quite charming.
Jean Louise goes by the name Blue Jean, not because she wears them. People started calling her that because of her "blue" or sad persona. She's the nondescript single woman at church who rarely says anything to anyone over the age of 12. Until the new pastor - and his handsome brother - move into town. They open the church to a whole new cast of characters. Jean Louise's safe, orderly, predictable little world is about to get a lot bigger. But can she handle it? Or will her fear from the past keep her from reaching out to help others? Will it keep her trapped in the past?
September 19, 2015
As I read this book, I really enjoyed the topics that were dealt with throughout the book. However, I struggled with the writing style as well as the various point's of view that were covered. There were just too many to get terribly invested in any character too much. I felt like it was excellent and needed subject matter, but the writing needed a little bit more refining.
I was really impressed though in other ways, which is why this gets three stars from me. I felt like it did really cover the hard topics of judgement in the church, sexual abuse, parental neglect etc.
I was really impressed though in other ways, which is why this gets three stars from me. I felt like it did really cover the hard topics of judgement in the church, sexual abuse, parental neglect etc.
October 17, 2019
Excellent story of God's grace and forgiveness! This books deals with some difficult issues and the author handles it so well. It really shows how us "mature" Christians sometimes don't take to heart the Scriptures that we have down in our heads...and what a difference it makes when we start living it. I absolutely love the characters and all of their unique personalities! I laughed, got angry, and cried while reading this. I definitely learned some things about myself and was reminded of other things. It's a must read!
January 15, 2019
I loved this book!
Well-written.
Well-written.
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Blurb:
A New Pastor, A Dying Church, and a Fifteen-Year-Old Secret
Jean has been called Blue Jean since childhood, but not because of her clothing. She wears nondescript colors and avoids people when she can. Her world is unhappy but predictable, until the new pastor and his handsome brother move into town. A chance encounter brings the town prostitute to church that Sunday, starting a chain reaction that will shake the church to its core.
Will Jean embrace the truth that will set her free, or will fear keep her captive forever?
Blurb:
A New Pastor, A Dying Church, and a Fifteen-Year-Old Secret
Jean has been called Blue Jean since childhood, but not because of her clothing. She wears nondescript colors and avoids people when she can. Her world is unhappy but predictable, until the new pastor and his handsome brother move into town. A chance encounter brings the town prostitute to church that Sunday, starting a chain reaction that will shake the church to its core.
Will Jean embrace the truth that will set her free, or will fear keep her captive forever?
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