I see a few, but not many, seem to have labeled this book "Christian fiction." How significant are the religious elements in the book?
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Ruth
They don't sleep together until they are married, she notices that he doesn't say grace before meals, she says bedtime prayers with the little girl and at some point he says that if she wants to got to church there are plenty of Catholic ones around. She reminds him she is Protestant and he says there are plenty of that kind too. Oh, and there is one quote from the Book of Common Prayer. I'd say it is more a book about someone who is Christian (at least a little) than Christian fiction as you usually think of it.
Stacie Day
I didn’t feel like it really played much of a part. I was actually surprised to see it labeled as such.
Carrie B
"Christian fiction"? I'm very surprised. There is only a small mention of religion on the book.
Lori
I wouldn't label this "Christian fiction" at all. Yes, there are elements of religion, but it's definitely not a focus of the book at all. It's hardly even mentioned.
Lisa
This is not Christian fiction. I have zero interest in that sort of book, that was not the theme of this book. I am surprised at the couple people who referenced this book as clean and cozy - really?! What with the multiple murders, earthquake mayhem, fires, child abandonment, physical abuse, and sociopathy, I can't help but think - did we read the same book?!
Carol
Didn't seem like Christian Fiction to me.
Debbie
I did not see how this fit into that category either.
Michelle Hernandez
I think Susan Meissner used to write as a Christian fiction author, but since then writes for the mainstream. That might be why her books just get labeled that.
Linda C
Not at all significant. I wouldn't touch anything labeled as "Christian fiction" with a 10 foot pole. The book probably got that label because there are no swear words or graphic sex. Personally, I'm fine either way, but "Christian fiction..." definitely not.
Mc
Not Christian fiction.
Jennifer
I think some people consider religion as bible quotes and bible stories, but being religious is actually believing in a greater good (comes from inspiration of scripture) and a higher power. This book is filled with many themes of greater good: being charitable, taking responsibility for your actions, compassion, and believing that God will be the ultimate judge.
I enjoyed that fact that there was no swearing in the story and it was a refreshing change as most historical fiction is centered around WW2. I hope you will give it a try.
I enjoyed that fact that there was no swearing in the story and it was a refreshing change as most historical fiction is centered around WW2. I hope you will give it a try.
Gail
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Lisa Orlando Ryan
I wouldn't all this Christian Fiction, but it is a somewhat cozy read.
Marcia
Not a description of this. I saw bedtime prayers and not much else religious in tone.
Linda Johnson
I didn't feel like it was Christian fiction at all.
Christine Hedrick
I think the genre of Christian fiction is more about showing values consistent with traditional Christian values than about being religious. It just means it wouldn't be offensive or against the beliefs of Christian readers. Clean / wholesome , etc.
Tammy Stevens
Not religious but a clean book.
Kate
I haven't read this yet, but this is 1906 San Francisco. I'd be surprised if weren't somewhat "traditional."
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