Michelle's comments (member since Sep 10, 2007)

Michelle's comments from the Edgy Christian Fiction Lovers group.

I read one of the books in this series and loved it! I know what you mean.

Becky wrote: "I just finished a book I would consider somewhat edgy- "Romance Rustlers & Thunderbird Thieves: a Ruby Taylor Mystery", by Sharon Dunn. I wasn't sure what to expect with such a distinctive title, ..."

Laura wrote: "Hi fellow readers/writers,
It's a pleasure to find Goodreads and talk books! I'm an author of historical fiction - my first book will be released August 1st - The Frontiersman's Daughter by Revell..."

Welcome!

Hi Jo-Ann. It's good to have you here!

I mean like a book that made you think, "Wow, I can't believe they were able to keep that stuff in this book and didn't have it cut!"

Yes, Dekker is a master at crafting thought provoking stuff.

I enjoyed both of them. Probably loved Adam the best!

Chloe wrote: "Lord Foulgrin's Letters was published 02-16-01. I downloaded from audible. It is a great read/listen. Especially with the inflections the narrator gives it. I will probably finish it today. My f..."


sounds interesting

What's the pub date for Lord Foulgrin's Letters? It sounds familiar.

What year was that published? I'll have to get a copy. :) Thanks for the tip.

It is kind of edgy. I started To Dance In the Desert. I need to finish it. It was a good story and I read about half of it.

Sheesh. Kind of makes me want to read the book now. Thanks!

Good list! What about in the last few years? Those have all been out quite a while.

Tell me what you like about Melanie's books.

Siri is one of my favorites. For me edgy is sometimes pushing the envelope. Sometimes it's dealing with taboo subjects in Christian fiction. I loved Kissing Adrien because Siri wrote her thoughts in such a realistic manner. Often times people try to fluff up things in Christian fiction and sanitize it too much. I always say I've never known a man to see a gorgeous woman and think, "Gee, she looks like she has a great personality. I think I'll go say hi." No, what he thinks is... "Man, she's hot. I wonder if she's taken. Maybe I check her out." LOL! Right now I'm reading a book (not published yet) about a cult that twists scriptures to fit the pervert cult leader's warped POV. In this book subjects like suicide, incest and abuse are delved into. That makes it edgy to me. Clear as mud?

I want to read Wrapped in Rain so bad but it's so far down my stack. I loved Courting Trouble. DeeAnne Gist is so cool. I met her in Dallas.

Robin,
I agree with Rhonda, however, I also think that even sex scenes-if they show the pain and heartache of the character being outside the bounds of God's will-is acceptable for Christian fiction. Edgy simply means taboo subjects, hard stuff, people who sin, yet there is always a beauty to the redemption in the story. There is something that blesses you or makes you feel one step closer to God. That is something that fluffy fiction doesn't do. Edgy fiction shows the consequences of sin and draws the reader to a closer understanding of God's love and grace. So if it's carnal it's not the same. Carnal is something that doesn't contribute to the story and doesn't glorify God. That's my two cents. :)

I'm reading a bunch of stuff with angst. I love historicals with drama and am getting my fix this week.