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In the Secret Place
One of the few to survive an Atlantic shipwreck, Charlotte Fontaneau spins a lie, hoping to escape the abusive con artist who forced her into a life of crime. She assumes the identity of a fellow passenger, the niece of a kind, ailing Irishman in upstate New York, and the plan works quite well until his lawyer friend, Stewart Lyons, shows an interest in her. Stewart helps Charlotte understand her need of the Lord's love in her life--but she despairs that her dark past will doom the love she feels for Stewart. Certain that Stewart will soon learn of her treachery, Charlotte lives each day in fear of being discovered. When those old secrets are unexpectedly brought to light, will the shock cause Stewart's love for her to crumble? Can Charlotte ever find the peace she so desperately seeks?
176 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2000
About the author
Pamela Griffin
79 books41 followersPamela Griffin lives in Texas with her family. She fully gave her life to Christ in 1988 after a rebellious young adulthood and owes the fact that she’s still alive today to an all-loving and forgiving God and to a mother who steadfastly prayed and had faith that God could bring her wayward daughter “home.” Pamela’s main goal in writing Christian romance is to help and encourage those who do know the Lord and to plant a seed of hope in those who don’t.
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March 11, 2026
A beautiful book, with an interesting story, quite dark at times due to Charlotte's past, her entire life was actually tragic, I mean the book opens up with her about to kill herself, on the Titanic might I add. The author did a good job having you really sympathize with her character, I felt so bad for her throughout. The author's notes implies similar experiences so that could be why. Given how miserable Charlotte's life was in the book I don't think any of us can judge her taking on her dead friend's identity, I probably would have done the same in her position, of course this leads to her meeting Stewart who was quite wonderful and very likable and who helps Charlotte heal and realize she is worthy of being loved by both him and God. My only beef with the book is this poor guy loves her so much and does so much for her and he practically has to beat it out of her just for her to admit she loves him, she could have told him she loved him once or twice is all I'm saying, he deserved it. Anyway I loved it and I was quite touched by the story and romance.
September 6, 2021
For a book dealing with an emotional event in history and dealing with death can be a tough read for me however she handled it well and didn’t go into tear-jerking details nor relive the emotional moments numerous times. My favorite parts of the book were when Charlotte goes to the alter call and when she’s discovering her relationship w the Lord has grown even in her difficult situation, these quotes are from those moments:
“My friends,” the pastor said, his voice wavering, “what you’ve heard today is evidence of God’s unconditional love and mercy. Though we may not understand why storms come into our lives or why the innocent are made to suffer, we can be assured that God’s timing is perfect and His plan is above any men can fathom. Through a series of startling and tragic circumstances, God proved ever faithful. Once we submit ourselves to Him, He brings good from the bad and irons out the wrinkles—as He did in bringing this father, our friend Michael, his long-lost daughter, who lived an ocean away. And though God may not always answer our prayers with a miracle, such as the one you’ve heard today, rest assured: When we are obedient to His will, God always steps in and works good in our lives.”
“Rather, the secret place referred to time spent in the presence of the Most High God. Time spent conversing and listening to the Lord—through Scripture and through prayer. Though all around her might be stark and frightening—as represented by winter in the painting—time spent with God, abiding in Him, caused winter to fade until she basked in the sunshine of His glory. His presence. His secret place.”
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“My friends,” the pastor said, his voice wavering, “what you’ve heard today is evidence of God’s unconditional love and mercy. Though we may not understand why storms come into our lives or why the innocent are made to suffer, we can be assured that God’s timing is perfect and His plan is above any men can fathom. Through a series of startling and tragic circumstances, God proved ever faithful. Once we submit ourselves to Him, He brings good from the bad and irons out the wrinkles—as He did in bringing this father, our friend Michael, his long-lost daughter, who lived an ocean away. And though God may not always answer our prayers with a miracle, such as the one you’ve heard today, rest assured: When we are obedient to His will, God always steps in and works good in our lives.”
“Rather, the secret place referred to time spent in the presence of the Most High God. Time spent conversing and listening to the Lord—through Scripture and through prayer. Though all around her might be stark and frightening—as represented by winter in the painting—time spent with God, abiding in Him, caused winter to fade until she basked in the sunshine of His glory. His presence. His secret place.”
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In The Secret Place
Pamela Griffin
https://books.apple.com/us/book/in-th...
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