Book Review ~ Where We Belong by Lynn Austin

Where We Belong by Lynn Austin is the story of the bond of two sisters, Rebecca and Flora, who are on what may be their final adventure together. In the 1890s, they're forced to rely on God to give them the courage and the wisdom to face a dangerous sandstorm while lost in the desert with their two young servants and an agitated sheikh, who harbors hidden motives for helping them.

The sisters and their servants find themselves passing time by recalling past adventures and travels from their childhood in 1860s Chicago, as well as key moments leading them to their present circumstances. How did they get to the desert? What do they hope to find? Will God's will be on their side, as it has in the past?...

Filled with period-accurate theological debates on evolution and scientific evidences into the accuracy of the Bible, Lynn has presented a vivid window into the case for Christianity during the designated era.

I found the story to be relatively slow in sections while being vivid enough that parts read more like a screenplay than a novel. Also, while the book is divided into parts for each of the main characters, the entire book is written in the third person and only a few very small scenes repeat from a different person's perspective. Overall, you get a full picture of each scene as it plays out, regardless as to which character the focus is supposed to be on.

I think this is a good historical novel for anyone interested in the time period and the scientific dilemma imposed on Christians during the era. 3/5 stars.

*Disclaimer: I received a complimentary print copy of this book from the publisher, Bethany House, for the purpose of this honest review. All opinions are my own.*

About The Author (copied from inside book):

Bestselling author Lynn Austin has sold more than one million copies of her books worldwide. She is an eight-time Christy Award winner for her historical novels, as well as a popular speaker at retreats and conventions. Lynn and her husband have raised three children and live in Michigan. Learn more at www.lynnaustin.org.

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