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The Faithful One
Contemporary Christian fiction
The Faithful One
312 pages · First published 2017
Seth Jacobs has a thriving restaurant business, a beautiful home near Boston, and a family he treasures. Then a succession of devastating setbacks threatens his livelihood, relationships, reputation, and health. As friends question whether his suffering reflects some hidden fault, Seth struggles to understand why the life he built is falling apart. An unexpected connection with social worker Lucille O’Hanlon offers support, but also raises difficult questions about love, faith, and the future. Reimagining the biblical story of Job in contemporary America, this emotionally weighty novel suits readers drawn to tested faith, imperfect relationships, and hope that survives profound loss. Editorial Note: The spice rating of 2 reflects themes of adultery and marital betrayal rather than the heat of the romance.
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Serious illness and cancer; food poisoning and death; a car accident, coma, and drunk driving; financial ruin; marital betrayal and adultery; family distress, depression, and despair.
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Deep coffee, molasses, and cinnamon accompany a weighty story about holding onto faith when familiar comforts fall away.
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Warm black tea, brandy, honey, and lemon suit a reflective evening with a story of suffering, endurance, and slowly returning hope.
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