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Redeeming Love

Author:
Francine Rivers
Read by:
Kate Forbes
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Book
646
Narrator
129
Release Date
June 20, 2008
Duration
17 hours 21 minutes
Summary
A Story of Love That Won’t Let Go—No Matter What
Now a major motion picture, directed by D. J. Caruso and starring Abigail Cowen, Tom Lewis, Nina Dobrev, with Logan Marshall Green and Eric Dane, special appearance by Famke Janssen.

California’s gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep.

Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside.

Then she meets Michael Hosea, a man who seeks his Father’s heart in everything.

Michael obeys God’s call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation until, despite her resistance, her frozen heart begins to thaw.

But with her unexpected softening comes overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband’s pursuing love, terrified of the truth she no longer can deny: her final healing must
come from the One who loves her even more than Michael does … the One who will never let her go.

A powerful retelling of the story of Gomer and Hosea, Redeeming Love is a lifechanging story of God’s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love.
Reviews
Profile Avatar Edwin W Apr 2018

Amazing book for anyone who desires to love their wife. Work to love unconditionally showing Christ's love to your spouse.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2020

This was my first book on audiobooks and it has made me a believer. Loved this book!

Profile Avatar Darragirl Aug 2020

This is a wonderful book! A sweet way of revealing God’s redemptive love for his children.

Profile Avatar Betty R Oct 2017

This is the best book ever! I have recommend it to all my friends and family.

Profile Avatar Jessica Apr 2021

After a few years of audiobooks I have to say Francine Rivers is my absolute fav author. I didn't know I like historical/religious/romance books but I could listen to anything by this author and be 1000% satisfied with the buy. This is one of my 2 fav books- you will fall in love with the characters. Its a deep soul touching story.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2021

Very challenging as I look at how I love my wife. Also, very good at showing God's unconditional love.

Profile Avatar Alysia Feb 2024

Great book!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2023

Francine Rivers is a fantastic author! I was glued to this book from the very beginning and never lost interest. It’s a unique twist on the Book of the Bible. The tension between hope and shame felt by Angel was articulated so well!

Profile Avatar JK Jan 2023

Not for me. Christian romace could be better than this.

Profile Avatar Dena M. Jun 2020

It just goes on and on and on and on... main characters keep making same mistakes. Very redundant. I knew exactly what was going to happen. I guess this book has its place, but good literature it is not.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2025

Absolutely love this book. It's rich with God's love, mercy, grace and forgiveness. I'm walking through a season where I needed all these reminders beautiful woven in the storyline. I highly recommend!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2024

My favorite book of all time! Such a beautiful story of grace and forgiveness. Don’t miss it!

Profile Avatar Gloria S. Jun 2024

Amazing Read, I would most definitely reread this lovely book again!

Profile Avatar Ama100 Jun 2024

Such a wonderful story of Gods abundant grace and mercy along with a beautiful example of biblical marriage. This story was so wonderful I’ve never listened to a book so fast in my life! The narrator was also very clear and concise, her impressions of different characters was very obvious I didn’t have to question who was speaking. I can’t say enough about this book!

Profile Avatar Destiny A. May 2024

Wow I love this

Profile Avatar Patty I Feb 2024

Excellent read. I loved the whole picture she painted in this book. True to life and tender mercies. Everyone should read this or listen to this book. Wish I could give it 10 stars. Narrator was wonderful.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2023

Compelling story of God’s love expressed in a romance.

Profile Avatar Jill M. Sep 2023

This story was the same thing over and over and over. I had to give it up! If I had to hear sardonic, contemptuous, or derisively one more time, I was going to throw up!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2023

I'm not religious but I did enjoy this and it is the first Francine Rivers book I have listened to

Profile Avatar Saiya Mar 2023

Excellent story about the power (and frustration) of unconditional love. Trigger warning: deals with sexual exploitation of women and girls. However, there is no sex on the page, romantic or abusive. An adult reader will understand what is left unsaid. This is not a traditional romance novel with steamy sex scenes. It is more about the character’s growth, with the romantic relationship as a vehicle for the character’s transformation. So not a lighthearted novel, but very good if you’re looking for a compelling story. Also, I like how the story portrays the divine aspects of Christianity, such as compassion, forgiveness, and unconditional love, and stands in opposition to the judgementalism that often seeps into religious culture.

Profile Avatar Karen M. Mar 2023

Loved it,,

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2023

Excellent read

Profile Avatar Kelly P. Feb 2023

Great book

Profile Avatar Laura S. Feb 2023

I couldn’t stop listening. Held my interest the whole time!

Profile Avatar mdwarmath Feb 2023

I loved this book. It is Christian based but doesn’t shy away from gritty and raw topics. Definitely held my interest and I hated when it was over.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2023

Very Christian…. But still a nice love story.

Profile Avatar Kellie M. Feb 2023

I loved this book. I even cried a little. Beautifully written.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2023

Loved this book!!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2023

Really liked this book.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2023

Good story apart from being very religious, personally I just found that part annoying and unnecessary. Narrator kept gulping and making noises whilst recording which is off putting. mostly it was a good storyline.

Profile Avatar Belinda R. Jan 2023

This turned out to be a really good read. Easy to follow, quite a spiritual book as it turned out, something I wouldn’t normally go for, but really enjoyed nevertheless

Profile Avatar Sabra G. Jan 2023

The story was good. Following Hosea's experience is a creative idea. Definitely it gave me a lot to think about in the way of forgiveness and commitment regardless of stuff. The narrator was fine, definitely reading.

Profile Avatar LaTonja L. Nov 2022

Phenomenal book. Made me belongings love again.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2022

Excellent! This is definitely one of the best love story's I have read in a very long time. Great narrator! I look forward to more of Francine Rivers

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2022

The lack of consent and manipulation through a Christian tradition in this book made me feel sick. I tried to push through because I appreciate the story of her beginning to trust people again despite lots of trauma, but I don’t like how it all went down. It gives me covert yucky vibes. The worst thing you can do to a trauma survivor is control them and tell them what’s best for them. They need constant safety and consent and empowering. So sad.

Profile Avatar Icygrl7 Aug 2022

Love love love this book in every form. I’ve read it, watched the move, and listened to it now. I bawl my eyes out every time. It’s such a beautiful retelling of Hosea’s story. I would highly recommend it in every form!!!

Profile Avatar Cindy H. Aug 2022

Profound and deeply moving book about God's unconditional love for us. The characters were extremely well written-you knew them all well. Highly recommend.

Profile Avatar Sharon W. Mar 2022

Wonderful writing style. Worthwhile read.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2022

If I could, I would rate it 10 stars! Read the book many years ago, went to watch the movie, and then did the audiobook. Wow! What an amazing love story... Between Michael and Angel, and between God and Michael and God and Angel. Francine Rivers so masterfully intertwine God's redeeming love with Michael and Angels love. I was so sad when I finished the book, that I just feel like starting it again from the beginning.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2022

It was wonderfully written and read, and very insightful. It makes you want to delve into the word of God more and see love in a different light. It also touches deeper issues and gives a view into various perspectives.

Profile Avatar Jabelle M. Feb 2022

I knew about Hosea in the Bible and loved how Angel and Michael’s story portrayed the story of Hosea and his wife. There were many times that I disliked how Angel was so stubborn but that’s how we are in life too, we’re all stubborn and need a Saviour. Loved all the biblical references. A must read! Can’t wait to read more of Francine’s books.

Profile Avatar Melody Cassady Dec 2021

This is my new favorite. After finishing it I immediately wanted to listen again. Super great! The narrator did a great job too!

Profile Avatar Crystal Holton Nov 2021

Great story. The last quarter of the book surprised me.

Profile Avatar Eilis M. Nov 2021

Beautiful love story. I thought the narrator was brilliant too. Its a tale I won't forget. I would read it and read it again. I have given it 5 stars because it pulled at my heart strings and made me cry and laugh.

Profile Avatar Kylee B. May 2021

I have always loved this book and was super excited to now be able to listen to it as well.

Profile Avatar Cassy S. Feb 2021

Absolutely LOVE this book. One of my absolute favorites. I’m listening to it for the second time. Such a beautiful representation of the Father’s love for us! <3

Profile Avatar Amanda K. May 2020

The best love story.

Profile Avatar Kristen C. Feb 2020

I read this book years ago and listening again is so rewarding. What a perfect picture of Gods Redeeming love and how His kindness draws us to redemption and freedom.

Profile Avatar Leisa J. Jul 2019

A very touching book. Very inspirational and entertaining. A very good read.

Profile Avatar Hajnalka S. Jun 2019

Loved the book and the narrator did a great job also. I recommend it to everyone, young and older who want to learn what is unconditional love is and see how God works in the life of people.

Profile Avatar Lynn G. Mar 2019

This book is one of my favorite reads! I read it many years ago, so I decided to try it on audiobook, and wasn’t disappointed.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2018

love this story! Some beautiful life lessons to apply in ones own experience, also in our attitudes another experience in life.

Profile Avatar Cheryl B. Nov 2018

Loved the story and the biblical references.

Profile Avatar Lindie F. Sep 2018

It is a beautiful story

Redeeming Love

Redeeming Love

Author: Francine Rivers
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