Review: Faces - Corridor of Memories #1

What a delight to be able to read a Christian book set in Canada! As soon as I read the synopsis, I knew I would be in for a good prairie story. I should disclose that I actually know of the author, which was even further incentive to read Faces, this wonderful debut novel.

Book Synopsis

Struggling to survive life in the city during the Great Depression, Abbie McGreggor’s life is turned upside down when tragedy strikes and she is forced to leave behind all she knows to navigate her way through a world full of unfamiliar faces.

As Abbie struggles to come to terms with her new reality and rebuild her life, she must confront her own fears and face the truth about all she's lost. The faces are friendly in the country, but will Abbie ever be able to trust them, or herself, again?

Faces is a masterful exploration of love, loss, and the power of forgiveness. Expertly crafted characters and evocative setting make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction and emotional storytelling.

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Book Thoughts

The premise of this book is not one that I can recall previously encountering, which made for an even more fascinating story set in the Canadian prairies in the 1930s. Abbie is one strong woman, and I found myself admiring her character more and more as time went on. She's not only likeable as a person, she's also relatable as she conveys her emotions in transitioning from an urban life to a rural life without descending into complaints or a woe-is-me attitude. This was refreshing to encounter as it demonstrated her resilience without minimizing her troubles; Chelsea Rae is obviously a skilled writer who can translate the depths of pain into a story that doesn't weigh readers down.

This was such an enjoyable book to read in that the plot moved at just the right pace, the multiple POVs were well-placed, and the lessons of faith sprinkled throughout were timely and appropriate. Readers can really get a sense of what it must have been like to live through a difficult era while getting to understand each character's history and nuances. Seeing neighbours come together, families take in strangers, and people looking out for one another is certainly a glimpse of the western hospitality that existed on the prairies. The author has done a marvelous job in bringing different people to life, and I look forward to the next book in her series!

Book Summary

Format of book: 📱
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Recommendation: 👍

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