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The All-American by Susie Finkbeiner: A Compelling Book Review

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The All-American by Susie Finkbeiner: A Compelling Book Review Introduction If you're on the lookout for a captivating read that will transport you back in time, "The All-American" by Susie Finkbeiner is a novel you won't want to miss. In this book review, we will delve into the heart of the story, exploring its main themes, characters, and the author's writing style. So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable literary journey. The All-American: A Multifaceted Tale of Redemption and Resilience In "The All-American", Susie Finkbeiner expertly weaves together the lives of four individuals against the backdrop of the 1960s in a small Michigan town. This coming-of-age novel explores themes of redemption, resilience, and the power of forgiveness. Characters that Resonate: The All-American Cast Finkbeiner's cast of characters is a testament to her ability to create deeply relatable personalities. From Billy, a troubled teenager grieving the los

The Nature of Small Birds by Susie Finkbeiner Review

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ABOUT THE BOOK In 1975, three thousand children were airlifted out of Saigon to be adopted into Western homes. When Mindy, one of those children, announces her plans to return to Vietnam to find her birth mother, her loving adopted family is suddenly thrown back to the events surrounding her unconventional arrival in their lives. Though her father supports Mindy’s desire to meet her family of origin, he struggles privately with an unsettling fear that he’ll lose the daughter he’s poured his heart into. Mindy’s mother undergoes the emotional rollercoaster inherent in the adoption of a child from a war-torn country, discovering the joy hidden amid the difficulties. And Mindy’s sister helps her sort through relics that whisper of the effect the trauma of war has had on their family–but also speak of the beauty of overcoming. Told through three strong voices in three compelling timelines,  The Nature of Small Birds  is a hopeful story that explores the meaning of family far beyond genetic

Stories that Bind Us by Susie Finkbeiner Book Review

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ABOUT THE BOOK Betty Sweet never expected to be a widow at 40. With so much life still in front of her, she tries to figure out what’s next. She couldn’t have imagined what God had in mind. When her estranged sister is committed to a sanitarium, Betty finds herself taking on the care of a 5-year-old nephew she never knew she had.  In the 1960s LaFontaine, Michigan, they make an odd pair. Betty with her pink button nose and bouffant hair. Hugo with his light brown skin and large brown eyes. But more powerful than what makes them different is what they share: the heartache of an empty space in their lives. Slowly, they will learn to trust one another as they discover common ground and healing through the magic of storytelling.  Award-winning author Susie Finkbeiner offers fans a novel that invites us to rediscover the power of story to open the doors of our hearts. MY BOOK REVIEW This is my second book by Susie Finkbeiner I have read. She is a very talented writer. In "Stor

All Things Matter by Susie Finkbeiner Book Review

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ABOUT THE BOOK When Annie Jacobson's brother Mike enlists as a medic in the Army in 1967, he hands her a piece of paper with the address of their long-estranged father. If anything should happen to him in Vietnam, Mike says, Annie must let their father know.  In Mike's absence, their father returns to face tragedy at home, adding an extra measure of complication to an already tense time. As they work toward healing and pray fervently for Mike's safety overseas, letter by letter the Jacobsons must find a way to pull together as a family, regardless of past hurts. In the tumult of this time, Annie and her family grapple with the tension of holding both hope and grief in the same hand, even as they learn to turn to the One who binds the wounds of the brokenhearted. Author Susie Finkbeiner invites you into the Jacobson family's home and hearts during a time in which the chaos of the outside world touched their small community in ways they never imagined. MY BOOK REV