Review of Lost in Plan Sight

Laney K · Post by **Laney K** » 19 Mar 2024, 15:01

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Lost in Plan Sight" by Karen Magee.]

5 out of 5 stars

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Lost in Plain Sight by Karen Magee is a journey of love and loss that is set in a small Southern town. Ainsleigh's son and husband had died in a tragic accident. Ainsleigh blames God and is resentful of the large Christian population in her town. Her best friend, Evan, recently became a Christian, and Ainsleigh isn't sure that she can trust his intentions anymore. However, Ainsleigh can't help but be attracted to Nick, the young and single pastor. Nick wishes to help Ainsleigh through her hurt and pain. He is also dealing with an attraction to her, though he knows he cannot be with a non-Christian woman. Will Ainsleigh accept help from those around her and start to heal? Will anything become of Nick and Ainsleigh's feelings for each other? Grab a copy of Lost in Plain Sight and find out!

The characters in this book really stood out to me. Ainsleigh's struggle to move on past the tragic death of her family was powerful to see. The anger she felt toward God was palpable. Seeing how Ainsleigh struggled to deal with her grief in such a Christian town was fascinating. In addition, her best friend's conversion added an additional layer of mistrust and division between Ainsleigh and the town.

I also appreciated how Magee portrayed a variety of Christians. There was a group of women from the church who were petty and meanspirited to Ainsleigh. On the other hand, many of the characters simply wanted to share the love and support of the church. I enjoyed that Magee wasn't afraid to portray some of the church members in a negative light, as it made the town feel more realistic.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. There were only a few minor errors throughout the book; I believe that it was professionally edited. There was also nothing that I truly disliked about it. The characters, plot, and setting were all convincing and engaging. While this book does center around Christianity, I believe that readers from any religious background would be able to enjoy it if they had an open mind. It is free of profanity and sexual content. I believe that it is suitable for both teens and adults. Those who enjoy themes of romance, grief, and loss would enjoy this book.

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Margi zuu202 · Post by **Margi zuu202** » 28 Mar 2024, 00:04

despite a quiet life in small souther town with the expections she is stalked by broken heart she lost everything and everyone she loved she consider them stolen by a fish

Rob Carr · Post by **Rob Carr** » 29 Mar 2024, 19:16

Doesn't sound like my kind of book but this is an interesting review. It can be hard when you get offside with others in a small town like this.

Jennifer Coxon · Post by **Jennifer Coxon** » 01 Apr 2024, 16:55

Thank you for your insightful review. This sounds like a story that explores deep feelings of grief and exclusion in what sounds like a positive way. I appreciate that the author took the step to make the town more realistic by creating both the positive and negative characters even within the church to allow the themes to be explored further.

Tobi Adefila · Post by **Tobi Adefila** » 02 Apr 2024, 09:51

This is a kind of book I would love to read. I hope Ainsleigh is able to heal from her past. Thanks for your lovely review.

Osvaldo Borghese · Post by **Osvaldo Borghese** » 06 Apr 2024, 05:47

Thanks for your nice review, unfortunately, I think that this book doesn't suit my personal taste.

Post by **Tomy Chandrafrost** » 28 Apr 2024, 04:47

It's interesting to read about how the characters in the book seek healing through the church community. As someone living in a religious environment, I generally have the view that religious communities often lack a psychological approach, thus tending not to validate the feelings of victims. Your review presents the premise of the story well, making me want to read the book further. Thank you for writing this.

Ezeh Glory · Post by **Ezeh Glory** » 29 Apr 2024, 21:52

I am a very huge fan of romance novels, however this novel reminded me so much of things I would like to forget. Regardless it was an interesting read.

Post by **Olivier Muhammad** » 13 May 2024, 14:50

Hey there! Just wanted to say, after reading this review, "Lost in Plain Sight" by Karen Magee sounds like a compelling and engaging read. The review highlights the well-developed characters and their struggles with grief and faith in a small Southern town. I also appreciate the author's portrayal of different types of Christians, adding depth to the story. Overall, it seems like a well-written book with a strong plot. I'm definitely adding it to my reading list! Unpredictable twists, kept me on edge.

Post by **Joshua Sawders** » 14 May 2024, 00:12

Well, darlin', this review seems to be singin' high praises for "Lost in Plain Sight" by Karen Magee. It's a heart-wrenchin' tale of love and loss in a small Southern town. Seems like our protagonist, Ainsleigh, has been through a mighty rough patch after losin' her kin in a tragic accident. She's feelin' a lot of resentment toward God and the Christian folk in her town. But don't ya worry, there's a young pastor named Nick who's aimin' to help her find her way. There's some sparks flyin' between them, but there's a catch, sugar. Nick can't be with a non-Christian woman. Will Ainsleigh find her path to healin'? Will there be a romance between her and Nick? Looks like that's somethin' you gotta read to find out, honey.

The reviewer seems mighty fond of the characters in this book. They say that Ainsleigh's struggle with her grief and anger was mighty powerful. There's also mention of a variety of Christian characters, some of 'em kind-hearted and others not so much. Our reviewer says that the portrayals felt real, and that's a good sign, if ya ask me.

Overall, they give this book a five outta five stars, and they found it to be convincin' and engagin'. They mention a few minor errors, but they don't seem to be bothered by 'em too much. There's also a note that the book is suitable for both teens and adults, and that it's free of any explicit content.

So, darlin', from what I gather, this book seems like a good read for folks who enjoy a bit of romance, along with themes of grief and loss. Might be worth checkin' out if you're into that sorta thing. Happy readin', y'all! Intriguing mystery, kept me guessing until the end.

Tomi Ahmed · Post by **Tomi Ahmed** » 14 May 2024, 16:00

Thank you for such a thoughtful and detailed review of "Lost in Plain Sight" by Karen Magee. Your insights into the characters' struggles and the nuanced portrayal of the Christian community make the book sound deeply engaging and relatable. It's great to hear that the themes of grief, faith, and love are handled with such care, making the story accessible to a wide audience. Your review has definitely piqued my interest in reading this novel!