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Editorial Reviews
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"A strong protagonist is at the center of Hardinger's debut, an early-1900s tale of a resolute girl in a Midwestern family that's burdened with hardship...The characters in this story are vividly portrayed, with nuanced, complex personalities. The resilience and strength of the narrator will stay with readers long after they've finished." —Publishers Weekly
"A wrenching read...this book stayed with me for a long time because it so vividly brings to life how poverty and lack of choice so profoundly affect a person." —Historical Novels Review
"The author pulls no punches detailing the hardships of life on a Kansas farm at the turn of the twentieth century. Bertie is a classic Midwesterner: tough, stubborn, and resilient. What starts out as a tale of hardscrabble historical fiction turns into an uplifting story of forgiveness and grace, and would be a good crossover for Christian fiction readers." —Booklist
"Not since Daniel Woodrell's Winter's Bone and Bonnie Jo Campbell's Once Upon a River have I met such an original, strongyoung woman, full of resourcefulness, passion, and courage, dedicated to saving her family no matter the personal sacrifice. This is an extraordinary, unforgettable novel, with a haunting voice that follows you into your dreams at night. Elizabeth Hardinger carves the geography of the human heart and teaches us the lessons of the forgiveness and the redemption that is possible for those of us strong enough to bear the burden and gift of love." —Jonis Agee, award-winning author of The River Wife and The Bones of Paradise
"Elizabeth Hardinger has given us a heroine for the ages. In the face of unimaginable hardship, where survival is the only thing that matters, she learns strength and courage, and discovers joy in unexpected places. Her voice is strong and authentic and unforgettable. Equal parts tender and brutal, All the Forgivenesses is a rich, exquisite novel." —Alex George, author of A Good American
"It won't take a page to know this is an abiding story told in an utterly captivating voice. I fell into this novel in a way I've only experienced when reading Kaye Gibbons, Louise Erdrich, Dorothy Allison, and Alice Walker. The sense of place and time, of family, guilt, grief, and love are so richly layered, reading All the Forgivenesses is mesmerizing. No one writes like Hardinger. Thank goodness she does." —Sandra Scofield, National Book Award finalist for Beyond Deserving
"Composed with unassuming wisdom and grace, All the Forgivenesses is an exhilarating testament to the human spirit. You'll fall in love with the remarkable Bertie, whose unwavering loyalty to family delivers her a life rich with meaning and hard-won transcendence. A captivating debut by an exciting new voice in fiction." —Wayne Harrison, author of The Spark and the Drive
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Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful storytelling
Powerful storytelling. From the beginning, I eagerly picked up the book to read every chance I got, and finally read for about four hours straight on a Sunday afternoon to finish it. I enjoyed this novel more than any I’ve read in a long time. Excellent prose, unforgettable characters and complex relationships from a gifted writer.
4.0 out of 5 stars Decent read
It was a ok book. If you like this. Or even if you don't check out thw book woman of troublesome creek. Very similar highly recommend.
5.0 out of 5 stars SO good! I wish they would even make a movie out of it!
Probably in my top 3 favorite books now. I LOVED it. At first the language was slow, I switched my inner head voice to a deep southern accent and it was smooth sailing. The story telling was wonderful. It was emotional. PLEASE MAKE THIS INTO A MOVIE!!! it was so good!
5.0 out of 5 stars You won't be able to put this book down.
A realistic story written through decades of Birties life. A compelling story you will not be able to put down. There is a twist you won't see coming. I was sorry the story ended. I will miss the characters.
3.0 out of 5 stars fairly interesting
It is one woman's story.
4.0 out of 5 stars Well Written in Appalachian Vernacular
This book was very well written and the author did an excellent job with the Appalachian vernacular (I grew up there, so I’m qualified to make that assessment). Although accurately representative of life in the early 20th century, the story itself was somewhat depressing, as poor Bertie lived a life of tremendous hardship and sadness. I was very satisfied that it ended on a high note…
5.0 out of 5 stars A story of many family trials, but well written.
I enjoyed this story even though there were times of true sadness.
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Story.
Another book that is once started is difficult to put down. Ladies, your husband's dinner maybe be later than usual.
Excellent book. Could not put down.
Read if you can.Really makes you appreciate what you haveExcellent book and well worth the time and cost
Too sad
a great story that held my attention from start to finish just too sad for my liking,
All the Forgiveness
This book was so emotional and sad I was going to put it down but I couldn’t,I had to know what happened to all of those beautiful children.I loved it
All The Forgiveness
This is a really good read..Bertie is the oldest girl child, who needs to look afterthe little ones as her mom is either sick or pregnant it seems . When thefamily moves she meets Alta Bea and they become great friends, when theygo to a dance Bertie sees Sam, the man she knows she will marry
Absolutely loved this book
I loved this book. The story, the writing, the characters. I found I was genuinely invested in the characters and was reluctant to end the book and say goodbye. I immediately went to see if she had other books I could buy!
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Imported From: United States
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Description:
Editorial Reviews
Review
"A strong protagonist is at the center of Hardinger's debut, an early-1900s tale of a resolute girl in a Midwestern family that's burdened with hardship...The characters in this story are vividly portrayed, with nuanced, complex personalities. The resilience and strength of the narrator will stay with readers long after they've finished." —Publishers Weekly
"A wrenching read...this book stayed with me for a long time because it so vividly brings to life how poverty and lack of choice so profoundly affect a person." —Historical Novels Review
"The author pulls no punches detailing the hardships of life on a Kansas farm at the turn of the twentieth century. Bertie is a classic Midwesterner: tough, stubborn, and resilient. What starts out as a tale of hardscrabble historical fiction turns into an uplifting story of forgiveness and grace, and would be a good crossover for Christian fiction readers." —Booklist
"Not since Daniel Woodrell's Winter's Bone and Bonnie Jo Campbell's Once Upon a River have I met such an original, strongyoung woman, full of resourcefulness, passion, and courage, dedicated to saving her family no matter the personal sacrifice. This is an extraordinary, unforgettable novel, with a haunting voice that follows you into your dreams at night. Elizabeth Hardinger carves the geography of the human heart and teaches us the lessons of the forgiveness and the redemption that is possible for those of us strong enough to bear the burden and gift of love." —Jonis Agee, award-winning author of The River Wife and The Bones of Paradise
"Elizabeth Hardinger has given us a heroine for the ages. In the face of unimaginable hardship, where survival is the only thing that matters, she learns strength and courage, and discovers joy in unexpected places. Her voice is strong and authentic and unforgettable. Equal parts tender and brutal, All the Forgivenesses is a rich, exquisite novel." —Alex George, author of A Good American
"It won't take a page to know this is an abiding story told in an utterly captivating voice. I fell into this novel in a way I've only experienced when reading Kaye Gibbons, Louise Erdrich, Dorothy Allison, and Alice Walker. The sense of place and time, of family, guilt, grief, and love are so richly layered, reading All the Forgivenesses is mesmerizing. No one writes like Hardinger. Thank goodness she does." —Sandra Scofield, National Book Award finalist for Beyond Deserving
"Composed with unassuming wisdom and grace, All the Forgivenesses is an exhilarating testament to the human spirit. You'll fall in love with the remarkable Bertie, whose unwavering loyalty to family delivers her a life rich with meaning and hard-won transcendence. A captivating debut by an exciting new voice in fiction." —Wayne Harrison, author of The Spark and the Drive
About the Author
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful storytelling
Powerful storytelling. From the beginning, I eagerly picked up the book to read every chance I got, and finally read for about four hours straight on a Sunday afternoon to finish it. I enjoyed this novel more than any I’ve read in a long time. Excellent prose, unforgettable characters and complex relationships from a gifted writer.
4.0 out of 5 stars Decent read
It was a ok book. If you like this. Or even if you don't check out thw book woman of troublesome creek. Very similar highly recommend.
5.0 out of 5 stars SO good! I wish they would even make a movie out of it!
Probably in my top 3 favorite books now. I LOVED it. At first the language was slow, I switched my inner head voice to a deep southern accent and it was smooth sailing. The story telling was wonderful. It was emotional. PLEASE MAKE THIS INTO A MOVIE!!! it was so good!
5.0 out of 5 stars You won't be able to put this book down.
A realistic story written through decades of Birties life. A compelling story you will not be able to put down. There is a twist you won't see coming. I was sorry the story ended. I will miss the characters.
3.0 out of 5 stars fairly interesting
It is one woman's story.
4.0 out of 5 stars Well Written in Appalachian Vernacular
This book was very well written and the author did an excellent job with the Appalachian vernacular (I grew up there, so I’m qualified to make that assessment). Although accurately representative of life in the early 20th century, the story itself was somewhat depressing, as poor Bertie lived a life of tremendous hardship and sadness. I was very satisfied that it ended on a high note…
5.0 out of 5 stars A story of many family trials, but well written.
I enjoyed this story even though there were times of true sadness.
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional Story.
Another book that is once started is difficult to put down. Ladies, your husband's dinner maybe be later than usual.
Excellent book. Could not put down.
Read if you can.Really makes you appreciate what you haveExcellent book and well worth the time and cost
Too sad
a great story that held my attention from start to finish just too sad for my liking,
All the Forgiveness
This book was so emotional and sad I was going to put it down but I couldn’t,I had to know what happened to all of those beautiful children.I loved it
All The Forgiveness
This is a really good read..Bertie is the oldest girl child, who needs to look afterthe little ones as her mom is either sick or pregnant it seems . When thefamily moves she meets Alta Bea and they become great friends, when theygo to a dance Bertie sees Sam, the man she knows she will marry
Absolutely loved this book
I loved this book. The story, the writing, the characters. I found I was genuinely invested in the characters and was reluctant to end the book and say goodbye. I immediately went to see if she had other books I could buy!
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