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Shades of Light: A Novel
- Narrated by: Erin Bennett
- Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins
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Shades of Light: A Novel
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Publisher's Summary
"I was desperate.... I couldn't turn off the dark thoughts, no matter how hard I tried or how much I prayed.
And then I spent a whole weekend in bed, and the crying wouldn't stop, and I got really scared. I've had bouts with depression before - it's kind of a cloud I've learned to live with - but this time was different. I felt like I was going under, like I'd never feel hopeful again, and then that just made my anxiety worse, and it all spiraled from there."
Wren Crawford is a social worker who finds herself overwhelmed with the troubles of the world. Her lifelong struggles with anxiety and depression are starting to overcome her. She finds solace in art, spiritual formation, and pastoral care along with traditional therapeutic interventions. But a complicated relationship from her past also threatens to undo her progress.
Fans of Sharon Brown's best-selling Sensible Shoes Series will be delighted to discover some old friends along the way. As Wren seeks healing in this beautifully written novel, listeners are invited to move beyond pat answers and shallow theology into an experience of hope and presence that illuminates even the darkness.
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- Anonymous User
- 04-05-2020
This book is beautiful
Loved it!! The story was tragic and thoughtful. The author draws you in with the characters. Can't wait to listen to the next one.
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- Julie
- 29-03-2023
Sad but uplifting
Good storyline, real. Loved the appearances of beloved characters from the barefoot series.
Very well read. Looking forward to the next book.
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- Cassandra Walker
- 16-01-2024
Fascinating book on the insights of mental health and faith
I thoroughly enjoyed the realism and gentle faith of the characters. Beautifully written in expressing how Jesus shines light in the darkness. Where there are no words sometimesz
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- Robyn
- 14-01-2020
Beautiful story
Only complaint is about the "Australian" accent which is excruciating to listen to. Next time don't.
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- Frederik marthinus janse van rensburg
- 14-02-2023
Very real insight
Well written, taking you on the journey in very real circumstances, uplifting in faith and support networks
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- JennyRay
- 09-03-2020
Great Book
As one who suffers from this condition I can only reaffirm that Christ has been an Important part of living with hope.
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- Lesley Mathews
- 23-03-2022
Heart-warming
Soul-searching, thought-provoking and inspiring. At times sad and a little dark but so relevant and real.
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- Anonymous User
- 31-10-2024
Realistic storyline, relatable and interesting.
Story was good and I found it interesting. However the Aussie reading accent not realistic.
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