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Another Ending
Is Molly willing to cross the one line she swore she never would to put her shattered life back together again?
Molly Taylor’s never had a problem trusting God, and she’s got Tanner Walters to thank for that. Best friends since kindergarten, Tanner’s faithfully walked by her side through all life’s ups and downs. And he’s been biding his time, too, waiting for just the right moment to ask Molly to take the next big step with him.
Dating.
Before he can make his move, though, Jason Moore returns to town, stealing Molly’s heart—and Tanner’s chances. As their relationship blossoms, so do Tanner’s fears. There’s just something about Jason that doesn’t sit right with him.
He’s dangerous.
Something Molly doesn’t realize until after he derails her life in a single night.
Ashamed, Molly buries the truth of what happened that night and does her best to get her life back on track—with Tanner this time. As she slowly begins to heal, one final, stinging betrayal ushers in a new realization for Molly.
That healing from what Jason did to her isn’tpossible, especially not at the hands of a God who didn’t protect her from him in the first place. So, she sets off in search of healing apart from Him.
What will it take for Molly to turn around and face her darkness—and the God who’s followed her into that darkness, beckoning her out?
Fans of Karen Kingsbury will love this gripping story of first love, heart wrenching loss, and redemption at the foot of the cross.
Molly Taylor’s never had a problem trusting God, and she’s got Tanner Walters to thank for that. Best friends since kindergarten, Tanner’s faithfully walked by her side through all life’s ups and downs. And he’s been biding his time, too, waiting for just the right moment to ask Molly to take the next big step with him.
Dating.
Before he can make his move, though, Jason Moore returns to town, stealing Molly’s heart—and Tanner’s chances. As their relationship blossoms, so do Tanner’s fears. There’s just something about Jason that doesn’t sit right with him.
He’s dangerous.
Something Molly doesn’t realize until after he derails her life in a single night.
Ashamed, Molly buries the truth of what happened that night and does her best to get her life back on track—with Tanner this time. As she slowly begins to heal, one final, stinging betrayal ushers in a new realization for Molly.
That healing from what Jason did to her isn’tpossible, especially not at the hands of a God who didn’t protect her from him in the first place. So, she sets off in search of healing apart from Him.
What will it take for Molly to turn around and face her darkness—and the God who’s followed her into that darkness, beckoning her out?
Fans of Karen Kingsbury will love this gripping story of first love, heart wrenching loss, and redemption at the foot of the cross.
474 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 28, 2013
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About the author
Sara Whitley
4 books22 followersSara Whitley is, first and foremost, a sinner saved through God’s grace. She has a deep passion for the lost and the hurting, which is why she pursued a degree in social work. She enjoys weaving social issues such as teenage pregnancy, sexual assault, self-harm, and abortion into her work to provide hope and encouragement to those who have experienced such challenges and to showcase God’s sovereignty and goodness in all things. Her mission is to “illuminate the darkness, one book at a time.” She makes her home in South Dakota with her husband and three kids. For more information, you can visit her website, www.sarawhitley.com
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April 9, 2022I am really struggling on how to rate this book as there were parts I felt were remarkable well handled and others I didn’t feel that comfortable with.
The author didn’t shy away from tough topics as this book covers mature content like sexual assault and abortion. Trust me, this book isn’t full of roses and sunshine. It’s dark, raw, hard, and gritty and yet handled with tact. But not for the faint of heart. This book exhausted me emotionally; it was a literal roller coaster of ups and downs.
I didn’t agree with everything that happened, but it definitely made me think. Sara paints a painfully accurate picture of teenager romance/relationships. The story highlights the dangers of refusing to see reg flags in relationships, the danger of not listening to wise counsel, and thinking you can “change” the other person in a relationship. Plot wise, I’ve never had much patience for high school romance and drama and teenage dating and love triangles, but that’s just me personally.
The ending made me sad. I truly wish things had ended differently. I get it; life isn’t a fairytale, but when you invest feelings for these characters for the entire book only to have everything blasted to smithereens. Yeah, my heart can’t take that.
Molly was a girl I wanted to shake some sense into for most of the book; Jason was a creep; and Tyler…bless me, he was a sweetheart.
I’m not rating the story because I simply don’t know how to, but these were my honest thoughts.
Content: mentions of premarital sex and birth control; mention of sex-ed, unprotected sex, and condoms; girl is raped, the scene is not explicit but it is clear what is happening; girl shares a bed with her best guy friend but nothing happens; Lord’s name used as a swear word; some language; girl moves in with her boyfriend and sleeps with him
The author didn’t shy away from tough topics as this book covers mature content like sexual assault and abortion. Trust me, this book isn’t full of roses and sunshine. It’s dark, raw, hard, and gritty and yet handled with tact. But not for the faint of heart. This book exhausted me emotionally; it was a literal roller coaster of ups and downs.
I didn’t agree with everything that happened, but it definitely made me think. Sara paints a painfully accurate picture of teenager romance/relationships. The story highlights the dangers of refusing to see reg flags in relationships, the danger of not listening to wise counsel, and thinking you can “change” the other person in a relationship. Plot wise, I’ve never had much patience for high school romance and drama and teenage dating and love triangles, but that’s just me personally.
The ending made me sad. I truly wish things had ended differently. I get it; life isn’t a fairytale, but when you invest feelings for these characters for the entire book only to have everything blasted to smithereens. Yeah, my heart can’t take that.
Molly was a girl I wanted to shake some sense into for most of the book; Jason was a creep; and Tyler…bless me, he was a sweetheart.
I’m not rating the story because I simply don’t know how to, but these were my honest thoughts.
Content: mentions of premarital sex and birth control; mention of sex-ed, unprotected sex, and condoms; girl is raped, the scene is not explicit but it is clear what is happening; girl shares a bed with her best guy friend but nothing happens; Lord’s name used as a swear word; some language; girl moves in with her boyfriend and sleeps with him
January 4, 2024
Loved this book. It hooked me from beginning to end. It covers hard topics with grace and truth. My heart broke for Molly and I'm looking forward to book 2.
June 22, 2024
3.5 rounded up to 4.
There were things about this book I liked and things I didn't really care for. I will say this is not something I would categorize as YA (as I've seen a few other reviews do). To me, it's solidly in the New Adult/Adult category.
I appreciated the author's addressing abortion, sexual assault, and waywardness in a compassionate way.
The main character was frustrating for me at times, as I felt she was too naive even after many poor life experiences. I also felt there were a couple minor inconsistencies in her character development.
Overall, a good book for adult Christians.
There were things about this book I liked and things I didn't really care for. I will say this is not something I would categorize as YA (as I've seen a few other reviews do). To me, it's solidly in the New Adult/Adult category.
I appreciated the author's addressing abortion, sexual assault, and waywardness in a compassionate way.
The main character was frustrating for me at times, as I felt she was too naive even after many poor life experiences. I also felt there were a couple minor inconsistencies in her character development.
Overall, a good book for adult Christians.
March 9, 2022
Sara strives to make realistic pro-life fiction that shows the emotions and decisions that go into choosing life, or the fall out of not choosing life. Because of that goal, this book does discuss rape and abortion, which is something I would make readers aware of. Sara handles both of these topics with care and grace, but it is worth mentioning.
Life is not always black and white. Molly, our protagonist, struggles with a choice about a pregnancy that she didn't want. She's grown up thinking that if she's good, God won't punish her. One of my favorite quotes about this belief is delivered by Delilah, a wonderful friend to Molly in the second half of Another Ending.
"He's good because He's God. He's God, and He's worthy of praise, even in the midst of great pain."
This is one of the things I love the most about Sara's books. She weaves Biblical truths into her story with beautiful precision. Every moment spent talking about God is worth reading.
If you're looking for a solid Christian book with lovely language and a deep pro-life message, I highly recommend Another Ending. Choosing life is not always as easy as we would hope. There is great courage and strength in the women who overcome and chose life. There is redemption and love available for those who do not.
Molly's story is a story of redemption, forgiveness, and love. Her's is worth the read.
Life is not always black and white. Molly, our protagonist, struggles with a choice about a pregnancy that she didn't want. She's grown up thinking that if she's good, God won't punish her. One of my favorite quotes about this belief is delivered by Delilah, a wonderful friend to Molly in the second half of Another Ending.
"He's good because He's God. He's God, and He's worthy of praise, even in the midst of great pain."
This is one of the things I love the most about Sara's books. She weaves Biblical truths into her story with beautiful precision. Every moment spent talking about God is worth reading.
If you're looking for a solid Christian book with lovely language and a deep pro-life message, I highly recommend Another Ending. Choosing life is not always as easy as we would hope. There is great courage and strength in the women who overcome and chose life. There is redemption and love available for those who do not.
Molly's story is a story of redemption, forgiveness, and love. Her's is worth the read.
September 20, 2019
Excellent book!
I honestly normally hate the way Christian fiction handles sexual assault and abortion. It's always so goody-goody and preachy. This book doesn't handle it like that. It's handled like the comp!ex, unique situation it is. I admire the author's sensitivity and sense of balance. This book is much more realistic than most that cover these subjects.
I honestly normally hate the way Christian fiction handles sexual assault and abortion. It's always so goody-goody and preachy. This book doesn't handle it like that. It's handled like the comp!ex, unique situation it is. I admire the author's sensitivity and sense of balance. This book is much more realistic than most that cover these subjects.
October 26, 2019
Great read!
This book was well written by Sara. The author was truly lead by the Spirit of the Lord to display God’s unfailing love toward His people despite of us. You could see His love and mercy in each stage of Molly’s journey. This would be a great book for a teen ministry book club.
This book was well written by Sara. The author was truly lead by the Spirit of the Lord to display God’s unfailing love toward His people despite of us. You could see His love and mercy in each stage of Molly’s journey. This would be a great book for a teen ministry book club.
September 5, 2019
Wonderful book
I loved this story about a girl who turns back to the Lord after going through some difficult problems. Very well written.
I loved this story about a girl who turns back to the Lord after going through some difficult problems. Very well written.
October 13, 2019
Good work
Very good reading easy to follow and keeps your attention from the beginning to end. Remind where our hearts need to be
Very good reading easy to follow and keeps your attention from the beginning to end. Remind where our hearts need to be
October 11, 2025
I've found a new favorite author. Sara dives deep into her characters and their story. This pro life story will catch your heart and hold on tight it can be extremely emotional to read at times. It honestly read like a Karen Kingsbury novel I cannot wait to continue the series. I appreciate the honesty, the beauty from ashes refined by fire and hope in this story.
August 27, 2021
One of the most captivating and hard to read stories of real life scenarios I’ve read in a long, long time. I laughed and I cried, than laughed and cried some more. But what warmed my heart most was how beautifully the Gospel message was communicated in this story. So many of us can relate to Molly’s testimony. God is the God of second and third chances, He is more than able to pick up the shattered pieces of our lives and make a new beginning for us. Thank you for this beautiful reminder, Sara. I cannot express enough how much I enjoyed reading your book.
August 27, 2021
Author Sara Whitley is such a talented writer - this story was absolutely moving and so wonderfully told. I was drawn in by the very first chapter, as the characters are relatable and you feel for them.
I felt she handled tough subjects, in a very believable and understanding way - making the book not only enjoyable, but also realistic.
I very much enjoyed it and am looking forward to her next book!
(I read the updated, just re-released edition now available on Amazon)
I felt she handled tough subjects, in a very believable and understanding way - making the book not only enjoyable, but also realistic.
I very much enjoyed it and am looking forward to her next book!
(I read the updated, just re-released edition now available on Amazon)
November 30, 2016
Lost, abandon, and left with no hope in a single part of your body is what the character Molly goes through in the book Another Ending. Molly was raped by her ex-boyfriend and got pregnant. She felt lost and fled her hometown to find something to do with her life. Little did she know she could find someone in her life to help her through it all. This book has a very interesting conflict and a very important theme. Even though life isn't going as planned, anyone can help turn things around in the right direction.
The struggles that Molly goes through in the book makes it more realistic and interesting to read. The scene where Molly is sexually abused, it makes the conflict in the story very believable. Jason took Molly to his house alone and raped her and told Molly that nobody would believe her if she told anyone. The way that the author described her situation makes it feel like it is a true story and Molly was a real character. That wasn't the only strong conflict part. When Molly leaves her hometown because she is lost , the problem in the story becomes lifelike. Molly leaves her house and goes to Minneapolis to find something to do with her life and her child. She is distraught and doesn't know where to go and gets an abortion. Molly’s struggle makes the book very intriguing and it doesn't get dull at any moment. When the conflict in a story sounds very real, it makes the book easy to read but makes the reader think about what is happening at the same time.
The lesson that was taught in the book, Another Ending, can be used throughout your whole life. Molly is lost and doesn't know what to do with her life after she left her hometown and left God along with it. She eventually realizes in the end that she could still be close with God and can still get something out of life. The theme that the author portrays can be used in anyone's life that is either messy or even perfect. If you stay close to God during a tough time in life, you will be able to
find yourself and turn the right direction.
Life might not be what was planned, but it will somehow turn around one way or another. Overall, this book was very good and taught a valuable life lesson. The problems that Molly encountered in this book were very realistic and the lesson learned makes the reader think about their life and where it's headed. Molly had to go through tough hardships where she felt like no one was there to help her through, but there will always be that one person to help through any struggle and everyone knows who it is.
The struggles that Molly goes through in the book makes it more realistic and interesting to read. The scene where Molly is sexually abused, it makes the conflict in the story very believable. Jason took Molly to his house alone and raped her and told Molly that nobody would believe her if she told anyone. The way that the author described her situation makes it feel like it is a true story and Molly was a real character. That wasn't the only strong conflict part. When Molly leaves her hometown because she is lost , the problem in the story becomes lifelike. Molly leaves her house and goes to Minneapolis to find something to do with her life and her child. She is distraught and doesn't know where to go and gets an abortion. Molly’s struggle makes the book very intriguing and it doesn't get dull at any moment. When the conflict in a story sounds very real, it makes the book easy to read but makes the reader think about what is happening at the same time.
The lesson that was taught in the book, Another Ending, can be used throughout your whole life. Molly is lost and doesn't know what to do with her life after she left her hometown and left God along with it. She eventually realizes in the end that she could still be close with God and can still get something out of life. The theme that the author portrays can be used in anyone's life that is either messy or even perfect. If you stay close to God during a tough time in life, you will be able to
find yourself and turn the right direction.
Life might not be what was planned, but it will somehow turn around one way or another. Overall, this book was very good and taught a valuable life lesson. The problems that Molly encountered in this book were very realistic and the lesson learned makes the reader think about their life and where it's headed. Molly had to go through tough hardships where she felt like no one was there to help her through, but there will always be that one person to help through any struggle and everyone knows who it is.
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October 16, 2019It's not often that a book stops me from picking up another for a few days - stops me because my mind and heart are still so entangled in the story I just finished. Another Ending was one of those books for me - the kind I can't stop telling people about.
This is a book that doesn't mask the difficulties of living as fallen people in a fallen world - and yet offers hope - real hope - that is found in Jesus Christ alone. (Spoiler warning) This book doesn't end in the expected happily-ever-after, but it's not a tragedy, either - not at all. It's simply "another ending" than the one we (or Molly) expected for this chapter in her life.
A great book for adults to ponder and for older teens to relish, Another Ending tackles difficult issues, yet Ms. Whitley doesn't "rush in where angels fear to tread." The story touches on abortion, true conversion, the lure of worldiness, and more, but a conscious effort was made to handle these issues with overall grace and tact. There may be areas where you disagree with the author's conclusions - there were a couple I can think of for myself - yet I came away with the sense of understanding where a friend was coming from, even if I disagreed with their conclusion. :-)
I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.
This is a book that doesn't mask the difficulties of living as fallen people in a fallen world - and yet offers hope - real hope - that is found in Jesus Christ alone. (Spoiler warning) This book doesn't end in the expected happily-ever-after, but it's not a tragedy, either - not at all. It's simply "another ending" than the one we (or Molly) expected for this chapter in her life.
A great book for adults to ponder and for older teens to relish, Another Ending tackles difficult issues, yet Ms. Whitley doesn't "rush in where angels fear to tread." The story touches on abortion, true conversion, the lure of worldiness, and more, but a conscious effort was made to handle these issues with overall grace and tact. There may be areas where you disagree with the author's conclusions - there were a couple I can think of for myself - yet I came away with the sense of understanding where a friend was coming from, even if I disagreed with their conclusion. :-)
I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.
January 4, 2022
“Another Ending” tells a great story and helps readers get a fresh perspective and true understanding from the eyes of the main character. The words were well written and beautifully articulated. I would recommend.
January 16, 2022
I was drawn into Molly's world right away. I felt all the emotions with her and I think a few tears slipped out too. I was up a little later than I should most nights because I couldn't put it down... If you like stories of redemption, you need to add this to your reading list!
July 14, 2024
This is an important, well-written book. However, if you’re looking for entertainment, this isn’t the book to read. It’s a tough book that deals with some difficult subjects. Teen pregnancy, date rape, abortion, and how those things fit into the Christian life and the church.
Molly frustrated me throughout the story. Along with frustration, I felt anger, disappointment, and sadness. Molly’s worldview is tainted, and her logic is twisted. She is an unreliable narrator. Her view of some of the events and her reasoning for her decisions are flawed. It was hard to watch her continued decline. I nearly gave up on the book because of one of the decisions she makes, but decided to stick out and see where God would come into her life.
The book falls short of a five-star rating only because of a lack of editing, in my opinion. It could have been about a hundred pages shorter. And I’m not convinced the couple times the author did a chapter from another character’s point of view were necessary or helpful. I would have preferred the entire story from Molly’s point of view.
I particularly recommend this book for teenage girls and parents of teenage girls. It would be a great book for a teenage girl and her parents to read together. What happens in this book happens way too often in our country and there are too many girls suffering the same fate as Molly.
Molly frustrated me throughout the story. Along with frustration, I felt anger, disappointment, and sadness. Molly’s worldview is tainted, and her logic is twisted. She is an unreliable narrator. Her view of some of the events and her reasoning for her decisions are flawed. It was hard to watch her continued decline. I nearly gave up on the book because of one of the decisions she makes, but decided to stick out and see where God would come into her life.
The book falls short of a five-star rating only because of a lack of editing, in my opinion. It could have been about a hundred pages shorter. And I’m not convinced the couple times the author did a chapter from another character’s point of view were necessary or helpful. I would have preferred the entire story from Molly’s point of view.
I particularly recommend this book for teenage girls and parents of teenage girls. It would be a great book for a teenage girl and her parents to read together. What happens in this book happens way too often in our country and there are too many girls suffering the same fate as Molly.
October 27, 2022
I really had no idea what to expect when I started this book. Immediately, the mood and tone signal that there is going to be a tough road ahead for the main character. And for quite a while I wasn't even sure which young man would prove to be the antagonist. Eventually, even before it becomes completely clear, I figured it out. My heart ached for main character Molly at a number of junctures. Young love/infatuation, naivete about the world, feeling misunderstood by her parents, all culminate in wrong choice after another for her. Regret, remorse, distancing herself from God, and self-loathing compound the situations in her life to the point that she continues to make wrong choices. With at least one she is sure she can never be forgiven for. But gracious Christians in her life help to show her that we can never stray so far that God cannot find us. And forgive us. Everything isn't wrapped up in sunshine and rainbows. There are still consequences and sorrow from her bad choices and an ending that is believable and realistic even if slightly heartbreaking. Because real life doesn't always end the way we want it to. Book 2 hints at different kinds of struggles for Molly. I'm looking forward to reading it.
July 24, 2024
This is a really wonderful, sensitive and honest work of Christian Fiction. I wouldn't hand it off to my YA reader though -- New Adult is more appropriate because of the subject matter.
I appreciate Sara's ability to talk about difficult topics like rape and abortion with such sensitivity and tact. She is also upfront about the ways people struggle with--and the reasons they sometimes walk away from--their faith.
I am a stickler for relatable characters and I loved Molly and Tanner--although honestly, I would have loved more chapters from Tanner and Jason's perspective. Honestly, though, this is Molly's story.
I do not usually read through an entire series, but in this case, I don't think I'll be able to stop myself!
I appreciate Sara's ability to talk about difficult topics like rape and abortion with such sensitivity and tact. She is also upfront about the ways people struggle with--and the reasons they sometimes walk away from--their faith.
I am a stickler for relatable characters and I loved Molly and Tanner--although honestly, I would have loved more chapters from Tanner and Jason's perspective. Honestly, though, this is Molly's story.
I do not usually read through an entire series, but in this case, I don't think I'll be able to stop myself!
March 31, 2022
Another Ending is the first book in this series and also the first book I've read by this author. This book is deeply moving as you walk with Molly through her fears and struggles. You feel her pain as her perfect world shatters and she runs from everything she has ever known.
This book was seriously beautiful and totally wrecked me by the end. The author isn't afraid to broach hard topics. The story is captivating, even as your heart breaks for everything the MC is going through.
Everyone should read this book and although the ending had me bawling, I've already dove into the second book!
This book was seriously beautiful and totally wrecked me by the end. The author isn't afraid to broach hard topics. The story is captivating, even as your heart breaks for everything the MC is going through.
Everyone should read this book and although the ending had me bawling, I've already dove into the second book!
April 4, 2024
This novel by Sara Whitley is a YA Christian story, as the characters are seniors in high school at the beginning of the story, but it delves into some of the grittier troubles and parts of life some of us face. It’s about learning to trust God through the hardships. From the back cover: “When Molly’s world crumbles down around her, She’s confronted with a moral dilemma she never imagined facing—how far is she willing to go to put her shattered life back together again?”
January 15, 2023
This book surprised me, it wasn’t what I was expecting, and it took me a while to get into. I found it quite slow at the beginning, but by the time I reached the second half I was hooked and so invested in Molly’s story.
The author doesn’t shy away from the tough topics, and her character doesn’t face them in the usual fictional ‘sunshine, rainbows and happy endings way’, it’s real and raw and at times hard to read … but the beautiful truth of Gods overwhelming love for us is woven through the whole story, even when the characters aren’t recognising it. A beautiful book, I’m looking forward to the second book in the series to continue Molly’s story.
The author doesn’t shy away from the tough topics, and her character doesn’t face them in the usual fictional ‘sunshine, rainbows and happy endings way’, it’s real and raw and at times hard to read … but the beautiful truth of Gods overwhelming love for us is woven through the whole story, even when the characters aren’t recognising it. A beautiful book, I’m looking forward to the second book in the series to continue Molly’s story.
April 19, 2024
This is a difficult subject to tackle - teenage pregnancy - but Whitley handles it with grace. Fear motivates even the most devout believer to make choices that have unimaginable consequences. I'm glad this wasn't a candy-coated story with a Hallmark type ending. Every teen should read this.
July 6, 2022
You go on an emotional rollercoaster with Molly through extreme brokenness but then onto redemption ❤️
July 31, 2025
This book honored our Lord in weaving God's Sovereign Grace and Redeeming love throughout. The Good News of Jesus was clearly shared.
May 19, 2023
3/5 stars. Read via Kindle. This was a YA (young adult) story which isn’t a regular choice for me.
I have very mixed feelings about this book. In many ways, it was really good. I had most of a Sunday to read it in its entirety. In other ways, I was very frustrated.
I felt as though this storyline had too many things pushed into it. It felt forced and disjointed at times. The main character was unbelievable sometimes and quite self-centred. She jumped into problematic things and took risks too easily despite the promptings given her. Don’t get me wrong in thinking I’m blaming the victim. NOT AT ALL. Many young women, and older women, get manipulated and assaulted. It’s horrific. Leaving her family and best friend for a few years didn’t seem like a believable progression. I would have preferred she go back soon after or stay there to work through everything.
A big negative issue with this book is taking the Lord’s name in vain. That was not necessary even if it is “true” to the character who said it. It can be expressed in other ways without actually using His name. That was a big turn-off because I expect Christian fiction to respect that. It was a huge disappointment and I have to be honest in expressing that. The making out scenes and the assault went on too long for me. Again, less is best. We can get an accurate picture without going into detail or at length.
Although the book may not have had the ending people expected, I wasn’t surprised. Frankly, I felt it was more realistic, appropriate, and fitting.
What I did like is how the shame, fear, taunting, and aftermath of the assault were portrayed quite accurately from situations I know of. I hope that it’s a healthy warning to young women to be smarter and more aware. Listen to your gut, pray about it, think it through, and pay credence to your friends’ thoughts—especially the Holy Spirit’s promptings. Also, her time in Kansas was the best part of the book for me.
I have very mixed feelings about this book. In many ways, it was really good. I had most of a Sunday to read it in its entirety. In other ways, I was very frustrated.
I felt as though this storyline had too many things pushed into it. It felt forced and disjointed at times. The main character was unbelievable sometimes and quite self-centred. She jumped into problematic things and took risks too easily despite the promptings given her. Don’t get me wrong in thinking I’m blaming the victim. NOT AT ALL. Many young women, and older women, get manipulated and assaulted. It’s horrific. Leaving her family and best friend for a few years didn’t seem like a believable progression. I would have preferred she go back soon after or stay there to work through everything.
A big negative issue with this book is taking the Lord’s name in vain. That was not necessary even if it is “true” to the character who said it. It can be expressed in other ways without actually using His name. That was a big turn-off because I expect Christian fiction to respect that. It was a huge disappointment and I have to be honest in expressing that. The making out scenes and the assault went on too long for me. Again, less is best. We can get an accurate picture without going into detail or at length.
Although the book may not have had the ending people expected, I wasn’t surprised. Frankly, I felt it was more realistic, appropriate, and fitting.
What I did like is how the shame, fear, taunting, and aftermath of the assault were portrayed quite accurately from situations I know of. I hope that it’s a healthy warning to young women to be smarter and more aware. Listen to your gut, pray about it, think it through, and pay credence to your friends’ thoughts—especially the Holy Spirit’s promptings. Also, her time in Kansas was the best part of the book for me.
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August 28, 2019
Another Ending was an incredible read. I couldn't put the book down. Sara did a great job of allowing the reader to see through the eyes of each of the characters. I hurt. I smiled. I cried. It's been a long time that I've read a book that has brought such emotions.
Molly was the main character. I watched this young girl endure horrible things. I hurt for her friends and family. I screamed, "tell someone and don't live in darkness." As the title implies the start was not the same as the ending. I highly recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It may be a book that would stop you from going down the dark road. Boys would love the book as well. It shows the human part of us. This book is a life-changer.
2nd Reading
I was drawn into the story from the beginning. Molly is an eighteen-year-old senior. Tanner Walters, Molly's long-time best friend, hopes their future becomes more than just friends. It doesn't happen when Jason Moore enters the picture. Still, Tanner doesn't give up.
Then Molly's world flips upside down. Not in a good way. She keeps a dark secret. When it becomes more than Molly can bear, she runs. Away from family. Away from friends. And... Away from God.
What a great read. Interesting characters. Gripping plot. Sara did a great job of allowing the reader to see through the eyes of each character. I hurt. I smiled. I cried.
Molly endured horrible things and kept it secret. I found myself yelling, "Tell someone."
I recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It could detour you from a dark road with lessons embedded in the story. Lesson: Never go alone.
It's also a great read for boys. It gives insight into relationships. Insight into what is important for girls. And what is wrong for guys.
Find real love.
Molly was the main character. I watched this young girl endure horrible things. I hurt for her friends and family. I screamed, "tell someone and don't live in darkness." As the title implies the start was not the same as the ending. I highly recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It may be a book that would stop you from going down the dark road. Boys would love the book as well. It shows the human part of us. This book is a life-changer.
2nd Reading
I was drawn into the story from the beginning. Molly is an eighteen-year-old senior. Tanner Walters, Molly's long-time best friend, hopes their future becomes more than just friends. It doesn't happen when Jason Moore enters the picture. Still, Tanner doesn't give up.
Then Molly's world flips upside down. Not in a good way. She keeps a dark secret. When it becomes more than Molly can bear, she runs. Away from family. Away from friends. And... Away from God.
What a great read. Interesting characters. Gripping plot. Sara did a great job of allowing the reader to see through the eyes of each character. I hurt. I smiled. I cried.
Molly endured horrible things and kept it secret. I found myself yelling, "Tell someone."
I recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It could detour you from a dark road with lessons embedded in the story. Lesson: Never go alone.
It's also a great read for boys. It gives insight into relationships. Insight into what is important for girls. And what is wrong for guys.
Find real love.
August 28, 2019
2nd Reading
I was drawn into the story from the beginning. Molly is an eighteen-year-old senior. Tanner Walters, Molly's long-time best friend, hopes their future becomes more than just friends. It doesn't happen when Jason Moore enters the picture. Still, Tanner doesn't give up.
Then Molly's world flips upside down. Not in a good way. She keeps a dark secret. When it becomes more than Molly can bear, she runs. Away from family. Away from friends. And... Away from God.
What a great read. Interesting characters. Gripping plot. Sara did a great job of allowing the reader to see through the eyes of each character. I hurt. I smiled. I cried.
Molly endured horrible things and kept it secret. I found myself yelling, "Tell someone."
I recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It could detour you from a dark road with lessons embedded in the story. Lesson: Never go alone.
It's also a great read for boys. It gives insight into relationships. Insight into what is important for girls. And what is wrong for guys.
Find real love.
I was drawn into the story from the beginning. Molly is an eighteen-year-old senior. Tanner Walters, Molly's long-time best friend, hopes their future becomes more than just friends. It doesn't happen when Jason Moore enters the picture. Still, Tanner doesn't give up.
Then Molly's world flips upside down. Not in a good way. She keeps a dark secret. When it becomes more than Molly can bear, she runs. Away from family. Away from friends. And... Away from God.
What a great read. Interesting characters. Gripping plot. Sara did a great job of allowing the reader to see through the eyes of each character. I hurt. I smiled. I cried.
Molly endured horrible things and kept it secret. I found myself yelling, "Tell someone."
I recommend this book to any young person, especially girls. It could detour you from a dark road with lessons embedded in the story. Lesson: Never go alone.
It's also a great read for boys. It gives insight into relationships. Insight into what is important for girls. And what is wrong for guys.
Find real love.
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