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Finding Light (Bending Willow Trilogy Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Charissa Stastny (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 15 ratings
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Suvi wants one thing . . .
a normal life.
But when she overhears a phone call
and discovers her boyfriend’s in trouble . . .
normal becomes impossible.

Austan is officially dead . . .
Even the girl he loves doesn't know he's alive.
With a cartel out for revenge though,
he must lie low to keep Suvi safe.

James lives by the rules . . .
But when he crosses paths with a stunning damsel in distress,
will he find a reason to bend them?

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“…an absolutely compelling read.” – Amazon reader
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    Bending Willow Trilogy
  2. Print length
    276 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    October 1, 2020
  6. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  7. File size
    1820 KB
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...Thisbook contains a beautiful message: no matter what you've experienced due toyour circumstances...or whatever you've done in your life, you are still preciousin the eyes of God. -Taylor Dean, author

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08HJLMV1Y
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Tangled Willow Press (October 1, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 1, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1820 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 276 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 15 ratings

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Charissa Stastny

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Charissa Stastny hails from Las Vegas, Nevada, but has never pulled a handle of a slot machine and can't shuffle cards to save her life. Her hobbies include reading, writing, painting, hiking, and savoring good food (especially sushi and chocolate, but not together). She is the author of ten books and 'imagine-eer' of many more. She currently lives in Utah with her husband, four children, two sons-in-law, and the most adorable grandkids on the planet. Connect with her at: www.CharissaStastny.com

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Kayli
5.0 out of 5 stars Very well written, engrossing story
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2022
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I loved this book! It kept me intrigued and wanting to keep reading. I couldn't put it down and ended up finishing it in one day. The characters were well developed and the storyline was great. Some great twists and suspense, I was on the edge of my seat most of the book. I can't wait to read the next book in the series!
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Cindi Knowles
4.0 out of 5 stars A Gritty Intriguing Read
Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2022
This was my first time reading a book by Ms. Stastny and I was not disappointed. Her writing is very descriptive and she takes the time to develop her characters, even if there is some darkness to them. There are many twists and turns to keep you reading, challenges to overcome, faith is questioned and redeemed, and evil to be defeated. I really enjoyed this book and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
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Mrs.McDonald
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2023
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This book was a great read. It was difficult at times but was well worth working through those times to get to the end. I do not think you will regret reading this book.
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Sue Stinnett
3.0 out of 5 stars Confusing
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2021
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I really wanted to enjoy this book to but by the time I got A third of the way I stopped. The constant jumping from one scene to another with different characters and storylines was very confusing. I also felt some of the scenes were too graphic and violent
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Carrie
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed this!
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2020
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"Finding Light" takes the reader from Mexican drug lords to missionaries in Guatemala, with a protagonist who's smart and resourceful yet unaware of her true potential or worthiness as a human being. Torn between violent men in one world and a kind, forgiving man in another, Suvi must find her way towards salvation, and thus escape her demons once and for all. As always, Stastny's prose is crisp and her characters compelling. A well-written read that not only entertains but educates as well.
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swavelykid
4.0 out of 5 stars Intense
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020
This book delves into the results of abuse and the emotional hold it can have on us, in juxtaposition to the redeeming power of love and forgiveness.
As James navigates his attraction to Suvi, a girl who’s lived a life he doesn’t begin to understand, he changes as the power of true love takes hold.
Austan has loved Suvi for years. Though he watches out for her, his love seems like a selfish dream. Will she ever know how he really feels?
Suvi has loved two men in her life, but experience has shown her she’s better off by herself. Can she change her thinking and grab onto the promise of something more?
This book was intense and surprising.
I received a copy courtesy of the author. This is my honest opinion of the book.
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nari
4.0 out of 5 stars Deep storyline
Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2020
This book has a very deep and sometimes harsh storyline. It is not fluff reading. It shows some very real evils. It also shows the power of redemption. Suvi feels abandoned and used. James is trying his best to live a righteous life. Austen is deep undercover with drug cartel trying to rid the world of evil. This is the first book of the series. I am curious to see where the story goes.
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CP
3.0 out of 5 stars More of a 3.5 ⭐️
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2020
Three lives intwined.
It took me a little while to get into the pace of the book. Overall, it was a good read. Definite contrasts in different lifestyles. First book in a trilogy. I would read the next two to see what happens and how the story continues to evolve and resolve.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
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Kary Bobbins
4.0 out of 5 stars Sometimes stressful, sometimes exasperating, but also wholesome.
Reviewed in Mexico on December 1, 2022
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It can be stressful and exasperating, but also wholesome.

As a mexican, I didn't love the whole cartel thing (it reinforst the stereotype of the bad latins). At the other hand, I'm also not a fan of the intense religious bits.
This extremes are not my favorite elements here, but somehow all works mixed together. I liked it, definitely will continue the series.

So far I'm definitely team James (I was even before he actually met Suvi. I won't say specifics in order to not say spoilers, but Austan lost loooots of points.
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