Every Life Treasured: Three Novellas About the Value of Life - Book Review

Wow—what an incredible collection! I was hooked from the first page and deeply moved by each story. The characters felt so real—flawed, faithful, and searching for hope in hard places. “Happily ever after” doesn’t always come wrapped in perfection, but through prayer and trust in God, each story shows how true joy can rise out of pain.

In A Mother’s Tender Hand by Jennifer Q. Hunt, set during the Great Depression, Alice feels called to help those in desperate circumstances—only to discover that she herself needs the love, wisdom, and guidance this struggling family offers more than they need her resources.

The Missionary and the Marine by Hannah Hood Lucero takes place in modern times and bravely explores heavy topics such as abduction and pregnancy resulting from rape. Though the subject matter is intense, the author handles it with great sensitivity. The story focuses on the emotional journey of Nadia and Walt, an engaged couple navigating heartbreak, faith, and difficult choices.

In Born for Adversity by Aubrey Reiss Taylor, set shortly after WWI, Lani faces an impossible situation. Taking the easy way out would erase her shame—but at what cost to her conscience and faith? This story continues Taylor’s earlier novel, Dearest Gunter (which I also loved), though it can easily be read on its own.

Each novella stirred my emotions and left me reflecting on themes of love, faith, and resilience. A powerful, thought-provoking collection that celebrates the sanctity of life and the beauty of redemption.

Every Life Treasured is available on Amazon.

Blessings,

Angela

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Angela L. Gold is an encourager who shares the love of Christ in her writing. She is the author of The Lion Within and Kill Shot.