Fields of Grace broke my heart many times, but I found the book to be one that compelled me to want to keep reading anyway. I thought that Lillian and her family were hardworking, God-loving people who weren't afraid to get their hands dirty to accomplish something great. Having chosen to leave their home in Russia, Lillian, her husband, her three sons, and her husband's foster brother venture to America. The decision is made out of a desire to not have Henrik (who will turn 18 soon) be forced to serve in the military. Being Mennonite, they don't agree with fighting, etc. What ensues after they leave Russia is not an easy ride across the ocean and a path paved with all the dreams that were hoped for. Instead, many sad events occur which cause many changes in the characters in Sawyer's story. I found the story to be heavy in many places, but overall it was an interesting historical novel. The year is 1872 when the book opens; a year we can only dream about and try to imagine. Sawyer paints a picture of the journey of this family in that time that is very different than many historical novels I have read. She is an enjoyable read, if you like something a little more substantial.
Disclaimer:
This book was provided for review by Bethany House Publishers.
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