"Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell." Mathew 10:28
Poor Banished Children by Fiorella de Maria tells the story of a tortured soul, named Ursula. Her life is a circle of loss, despair, and hope. Disowned from her family, captured by slavers, forced into prostitution, and a choice between self-sacrifice or the weight of others suffering. The choice between right and wrong ever before her. She has only a few years of education and religious training to prepare her for this life of turmoil.
Her story is not a comfortable story. Her choices are not always the right one's. They do beg the question, what would you do in her position? I highly recommend this book as not only a good read but thought provoking and solid Catholic book.
Shalom, Nina
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