Families are the foundation of civilization and also the source of both joy in sorrow in our life. We often find ourselves with special relationships with certain people in our family because there are always certain people who understand us better and reversely, those that don't understand us. Francine Rivers new two-part series, Marta's Legacy looks in depth at this problem through multi-generations of women in one family; their stories and relationships. Their story starts in the early 20th century with Marta and continues through both world wars, the "sexual revolution" of the 70's and continue to the present day.
These books are not really as enjoyable as they are thought provoking. If you ever had an argument with your mother you know the uncomfortable feeling that goes with those arguments. The books "Her Mother's Hope" and "Her Daughter's Dream" explore how this family's history has an effect on their relationships with members of their families. How bitterness and lack of understanding can ruin relationships. And open communication, love, and of course God can heal and strengthen our relationships with our family.
Shalom, Nina
PS: Another book I read recently called "Shadows in the Sand," a murder mystery by Gayle G. Roper takes another look at the value of understanding peoples motives and the necessity of forgiveness.
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