Run, River Currents

The author does a tremendous job in taking a very tough subject

The author does a tremendous job in taking a very tough subject to write about, making it real to the reader, and finding the strength to provide inspiration to those who have suffered. This is a book that needs to be read over and over again so we truly understand the incredible challenges some in society do face on a daily basis.

This is a story that will move you in many directions emotionally as well.

The below struck me because I can relate to the anger sometimes one develops when abused, whether it's physically or emotionally.

As the last of the mourners departed the ornate Catholic Church, Emily entered a side door unnoticed, walked to the coffin, and punched her dead father in the face. “You’ll never be dead enough,” she whispered. “Never.”

The writing is direct and it has to be in such a story. Congratulations to the author for taking a very difficult subject to write about and bringing the issue to the public in a dignified way.

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I could hardly put this book down, once I started it. My heart b

I could hardly put this book down, once I started it. My heart began to ache anew for the children who are sexually abused. I highly recommend Run, River Currents.

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This is a really dark book, but the author does a great job of s

This is a really dark book, but the author does a great job of showing the unpolished truth of how a child who has grown up with sexual abuse really views life. Particularly helpful, I think, for spouses or close friends of abuse victims, in that it allows us to understand where the victims' perspectives of people and life are coming from. People don't easily "move on" from the darkness they live in, and this book shows that - while also ultimately showing that Another Way is possible. Not easy, but possible.

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Set in the rich backwoods of New Brunswick, Canada,inspired by a

Set in the rich backwoods of New Brunswick, Canada,inspired by a true story of abuse, pain and the struggle to find healing and forgiveness.



This book is written in a diary type format starting in the 1940's through 1970's, with different people sharing their story. Since it is based on a true story, I really wanted to read it, but I must be honest, I did not like this book at all.



I know the things that happened to these people does happen and it is very very sad. I just could not get into this book at all. It seemed confusing to me and hard to follow. I struggled to read its entirety and ended up skipping some chapters just to finish reading it. I do not think that this book is for everyone. It might be helpful for those who have been abused and also for spouses or close friends of abuse victims, in that it allows us to understand where the victims' perspectives of people and life are coming from.

This story reveals the tragedy of how sinful choices lead to consequences that not only affect the person making bad choices, but those closest to them as well. God's love and grace are greater and the influence of Godly choices can also make a great impact. So much pain and yet there is hope to be found in Christ.

This story reveals the tragedy of how sinful choices lead to con

This story reveals the tragedy of how sinful choices lead to consequences that not only affect the person making bad choices, but those closest to them as well. God's love and grace are greater and the influence of Godly choices can also make a great impact.

This story brought me to tears more than once. So much pain and

This story brought me to tears more than once. So much pain and yet
there is hope to be found in Christ. Though it is not always easy for
people to embrace that hope. This book can help the reader understand
someone who has suffered through so much pain and why trust can be so
difficult. It also shows how violence travels from generation to
generation unless grace intervenes. Warning this book has some graphic
parts as the author holds little back.

I found Run, River Currents to be a page turner. Really liked d

I found Run, River Currents to be a page turner. Really liked descriptions and writing style. A dark novel with many sad truths. I finished it in tears and hope for Emily's future.

From Hurt to Healed!! A raw story of past hurts, yet ultimately

From Hurt to Healed!!
A raw story of past hurts, yet ultimately finding healing of the heart and soul. This is a gripping story for anyone who has suffered abuse or knows someone who has.

Whoa! It's a great book and dark as you said. I believe many ord

Whoa! It's a great book and dark as you said. I believe many ordinary people and Christians experience what Emily and her siblings encountered in the hands of their father. Personally I believe Maureen did more to destroy her children

Yes Denny had no right raping Emily over and over when Maureen knew exactly what was happening. Even when she left Denny, her lifestyle did nothing to reassure her children they were secured. Stephanie had no choice but to emulate her mother. Aaron was an Angel sent into Emily's life. Yet her anger and mistrust nearly pushed him over the cliff.

It's a well written book. The events are so connected and the author brings to life the reality and the struggle of many in the world. However am happy forgiveness and healing became the only conduit for Stephanie, Emily especially and Darren. After all, the whole message of the cross is about reconciliation to God and to self.

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