Restoring The Broken

When I picked up The Lost Manuscript, I was expecting a fun mystery set in the English countryside—and what I got was a touching reflection of how God can restore what appears broken beyond repair.

Rushmeyer presents a poignant perspective on how wide we may miss the mark in truly loving one another. Alex and Ellie Lockwood are in a marriage scarred by the past, a ship sinking in the aftermath of life’s storms. And hope is absent on the horizon.

All in all, the author’s message was clear: love is not just a feeling but a choice, a sacrifice—like forgiveness, just as Jesus forgave us. Can Alex and Ellie mend the gaping holes of bitterness between them? Or are they a lost cause?

Ratings

Story: 4

Worldview: 5/5

The plot and pacing was rushed at the beginning, but it paid off with strong tension after the halfway mark. I got lost in all the history, but I got the important details (I think). The actual villains were lackluster, but I think that was because Alex and Ellie stole the show. Definitely a great read overall.

More Information

This is the first book I’ve read from Mollie Rushmeyer, and I would definitely pick up another one. This book comes out tomorrow, August 29, 2023!! You can check out more about the author at her website. If you want other Christian Fiction books, check out some recommendations here.