Review of OUT OF THE RUINS BY @KarenBarnettAuthor | Enter to win a Kindle HDX & RSVP for 6/19 Facebook Party!

About the book: 

Abby's shattered faith in both God and man is challenged when the terrible earthquake hits 1906 San Francisco.

While her sister lies on her deathbed, Abby Fischer prays for a miracle. What Abby doesn't expect, however, is for God's answer to come in the form of the handsome Dr. Robert King, whose experimental treatment is risky at best.

As they work together toward a cure, Abby's feelings for Robert become hopelessly entangled. Separated by the tragedy of the mighty San Francisco earthquake, their relationship suddenly takes a back seat to survival. With fires raging throughout the city, Abby fears for her life as she flees alone through burning streets. Where is God now? Will Robert find Abby, even as the world burns around them? Or has their love fallen with the ruins of the city?

My review: 

I really enjoyed this wonderful historical novel with a great spiritual message!  There was a lot to like here, with great characters, plenty of action and a sweet romance.  I especially liked Abby's struggle to understand a God who doesn't always answer prayers the way we would like.  I think her questioning is something most, if not all, of us can relate to at one time or another.  I liked her feisty, awkward character and enjoyed the cute moments between her and Robert.  I found the parts about the treatment interesting as I didn't know much about early x-rays.  The suspense kept building as the days are counted down to the great San Francisco earthquake and I found it fascinating to follow Abby and Robert as they help people in the aftermath, then are separated and she struggles to survive on her own as the city burns down around her.  This story has a great message that God is always watching over us and goes with us.  I definitely recommend this first book to what looks like an exciting new series!

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About the author: 

Karen Barnett is the author of Mistaken and several articles that have been published by Guideposts and other national magazines. She lives in Albany, Oregon, with her husband, two children, and three cats. 

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Don't miss the debut book, Out of the Ruins, in Karen Barnett's new series, The Golden Gate Chronicles. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century San Francisco, Out of the Ruins will remind readers that no matter who we are or what we’ve done, God is still as close to us as our next breath.

Karen is celebrating with a fun giveaway and Facebook author chat party.

  One winner will receive:

• A Kindle Fire HDX
• Out of the Ruins by Karen Barnett

Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on June 19th. Winner will be announced at the Out of the Ruins Facebook author chat party on June 19th. Connect with Karen for an evening of fun book chat, games, and prizes. Karen will also be answering audience questions and giving an exclusive look at the next book in The Golden Gate Chronicles series!

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