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  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. (February 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 141430935X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1414309354
  • Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 5.8 x 8.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (283 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsEnjoyable read to gain perspective
By Christian Book Previews on April 15, 2006
Format: Hardcover
Karen Kingsbury's novel Divine is a modern-day retelling of Mary Magdalene's story and the contemporary demons she faces. She recounts her past of physical and sexual abuse, drug addiction and suicidal thoughts at an abuse shelter she runs.

The book is well written, except for a few parts where the story slowed or seemed redundant. However, the character development was excellent and completely realistic. The choices that characters make in light of their pained histories are believable, although traumatic.

The majority of the story is Mary telling her past to a woman who has left her abusive husband. Mary's history is darkly traumatizing and leads her down a dangerous path in life where only Christ could rescue her. However, Mary relives her past in order that another woman will be saved.

All of the characters involved in the book have gone through stressful patches of life. Kingsbury's characters are easy to connect with and the relationships developed between the various characters accurately show the ups and downs of living a life of abuse and a life lived in darkness.

Overall, the book was excellent. It is an inspiration for Christians to go out and minister to those who have led lives like Mary's. Mid-teens and older, especially women, would receive the most enjoyment from the book, in particular those who have suffered through abuse or those who know someone who is currently dealing with issues of abuse. However, it also just an enjoyable read to gain perspective through another person's eyes. - Molly Schnepel, Christian Book Previews.com
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5.0 out of 5 starsTruly Touching!
By Angel on June 14, 2006
Format: Hardcover
Divine by Karen Kingsbury is a truly touching novel about a woman whose terrifying abuse leads to a life of ministry. This book details how one life can alter the lives of many and Mary Madison's life does just that. Her life not only touches the other characters in the book, it also touches the reader. I found myself having to put the book down a number of times just so I could grab the tissue.

Spiritually, I found this book to be quite uplifting at this time in my life. It was refreshing to read about a person redeemed by Christ who didn't live the perfect life and who wants to reach others that have been damaged by sin. I get so tired of perfect characters, with perfect lives, who have nothing better to do than sit in judgment of everyone else. It was nice to read about a person who has sinned, who has been saved, and is out to do as Christ has called them to do ... not out of a sense of self-righteousness, but out of true love. The kind of love Christ has for us.

This is the third book that I have reviewed that is considered to be Christian fiction. I am finding that I really like this genre. Karen Kingsbury does an excellent job of reaching out to her readers through the lives of the characters she so beautifully creates. Divine, published by Tyndale House Publishers, really is Life-Changing Fiction. If you know someone who has been abused or is being abused, I would highly recommend giving them this book. Five stars!
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5.0 out of 5 starsFabulous
By A Customer on April 2, 2006
Format: Hardcover
In the DC area at one of her women's shelter, Mary Madison is briefed by her receptionist Leah Hamilton that her newest resident Emma Randall looks suicidal and ready to bolt. Battered and with no hope, the twenty-three year old Emma considers herself unworthy and ready to flee now that her two young children are safe from their abusive father Charlie. However, Leah softly gets Emma to meet with the legendary Mary while four years old Kami and two years old Kaitlyn play with dolls.

Mary shocks the frightened Emma by asking if she should like to hear her story not just the media account. Hesitantly Emma agrees so Mary explains how Jesus loved her and saved her. She was a little girl when her hooker mother took them to stay with her maternal Grandma Peggy who gives the little girl a purse with scripture inside. However, her mother immediately removed them back to the streets. When she scores a three day job with out of town Johns, her mom leaves Mary with her pimp; the last time they saw one another. From that moment Mary battled the seven demons that lead to sin and helplessness until she meets a believer who introduces her to Jesus.

This is a terrific modernization of Mary Magdalene living in Washington DC and using her story to encourage other people especially women that hope lies with Jesus. Mary's tale is told in flashbacks, which enhances how far she has come. Karen Kingsbury provides a deep character study of how one woman with help overcame seven contemporary demons (drugs, prostitution, etc.), but also makes no apologies that the author believes the path is with Jesus; readers who want a clear split between state and religion may find the religious message overbearing, but everyone will agree that Ms. Kingsbury provides an entreating parable starring a modernized Magdalene.

Harriet Klausner
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2.0 out of 5 starsProblematic
By M.O.A. on January 30, 2011
Format: Paperback
It's been a long time since I've read this book, but the impression it gave me is still fresh in my mind. I admire the message Kingsbury tried to convey about oppressed individuals such as Mary Magdalene being redeemed. And I will credit it as well-written.

But the book was just too intense! The details the book fills your mind with are unreasonably grotesque, and they are presented in a way that is uncharacteristic of Christian fiction. I understand the value of being frank and not glossing over unpleasant realities. Francine Rivers is an example of a Christian author who strikes the balance gracefully - she doesn't shy away from difficult topics, such as violence and sexual promiscuity, but uses them to effectively communicate a powerful message.

But this book does NOT strike a balance. Disturbing details of Mary's sexual sins are flaunted and glorified, and although the general understanding is that it was sinful, that's not exactly what you remember! I don't think that reading Christian fiction should make one feel embarrassed or guilty - even if it deals with tough topics.

In truth, I don't think that this novel is worthy of all the praise it receives. The basic message of a woman oppressed by sin being liberated by her savior is not portrayed well. The oppression aspect is communicated well enough of course, but when Mary becomes saved, the transformation is anticlimactic. The book was a pain to read, far from satisfying at the end, and left me feeling dejected and somewhat defiled.

If you are looking for a moving read with a similar theme, go for Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. You will not be disappointed.
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