Official Review: Amora by Grant Hallstrom

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Re: Official Review: Amora by Grant Hallstrom

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What a great review, you did a wonderful job explaining the book and recommending it. I think this would be the perfect fit for my niece. Thanks for sharing.
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The book tells us the reasons that bad things happen to good people and the greater purpose of difficult times, which I believe a lot of readers can apply in life today. Thanks you so much for this awesome review
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Looks like a really great book. Generally, I enjoy historical fictions and this seems like a book I'll love.

Thanks for the review
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This is very deep. Forgiveness in these type of situations are really hard. Thanks for the review
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Staying a Christian is not easy. There are always oppositions and challenges. Amora is a strong woman for choosing to forgive and move on with her life. Historical fiction are interesting, I would definitely read this book. Great review.
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Quite an emotional story. But, I hope Amora can find peace in Christ and forgive whoever was responsible for the death of her daughter.
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Thanks for the review. The plot is interesting and captivating. I look forward to reading it.
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I also did a review on this book. I am a Christian as well. The thought provoking idea that we need to forgive those who hurt us is a hard pill to swollen. When people hurt us or our children our instinct is to want vengeance or justice. Amora was out in a hard spot to be in. Great Review!
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Post by Lisa Vitale »

Great review! I love reading historical fiction novels, but I wasn't sure I wanted to read Amora. However, after reading your review of Amora, I think this may be a novel I'd enjoy reading.
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This plot is impressive and I'll love to read it so I can find out how Amora conquered this difficult time. Great review.
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The stories of Christian martyrs challenge us to examine our own faith and commitment to our beliefs, and to consider what we would be willing to suffer for.
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The cover is magnificent, it captures a very strong woman. When reading about the plot, the choice between forgiveness and revenge, I am wondering how I would make such a choice. I look forward to reading about the protagonists' way of thinking, and their reasoning. While not a practising Christian myself, I like the setting of Christians in ancient Rome.
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Amora's gripping tale of love, loss, and forgiveness amidst Roman persecution and Christian faith truly intrigues me. I can't wait to witness Amora's journey and the twist surrounding her daughter's death.
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The reviews incredible and amazing, it takes the entire book giving it a better description for the reader to choose wisely
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It is very clear that the battle between vergence and forgiveness is very difficult. It gets even worse when it involves someone who murdered your child. This is a Great review
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