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The Way - by Kristen Wolf (Paperback)

The Way - by  Kristen Wolf (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>In Kristen Wolf's audacious and timely fiction debut, an unusual girl in the heart of ancient Palestine escapes her life of oppression-undertakes an epic and dangerous journey-and struggles to accept her remarkable calling as a great spiritual leader.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>In Kristen Wolf's audacious and timely fiction debut, an unusual girl in the heart of ancient Palestine escapes her life of oppression--undertakes an epic and dangerous journey--and struggles to accept her remarkable calling as a great spiritual leader. </strong><br /> <br /> <strong>Deeply emotional, provocative and edge-of-your-seat suspenseful, THE WAY transports readers to an exotic world brimming with mystery, betrayal, passion, unforgettable characters and jaw-dropping plot twists.</strong><br /> <br /> "Wow, is all I can say. This novel blew me away!"<br /> <strong>--Book Pleasures</strong><br /> <br /> "I don't think I could rave anymore about this book ... truly one of a kind."<br /> <strong>--Chick Lit Plus</strong><br /> <br /> "THE WAY is a magical, evocative first novel that I plan to buy a carton of to give to my family and friends. This message of compas­sion, healing, and respect for women could indeed transform our world."<br /> <strong>--Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., author of A Woman's Journey to God</strong><br /> <br /> "I was surprised in more ways than I ever could have imagined."<br /> <strong>--Javier Sierra, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Supper</strong><br /> <br /> "A bold and powerful story...needs to make its way to the reading lists of women everywhere." <br /> <strong>--Rainbow Reader</strong><br /> <br /> Anna is <strong>a striking and spirited young girl</strong> living in ancient Palestine where being <strong>a daughter is a disappointment.</strong> While her father excitedly anticipates the birth of his first son, the invisible Anna endures a life of drudgery. One bright spot in her world is the crippled old woman living by the village well who declares that the headstrong girl possesses a powerful destiny. But before the elder can reveal her prophecy<strong> an unexpected tragedy strikes Anna's family</strong> and her father--<strong>dressing Anna as a boy</strong>--sells his daughter to a band of wandering shepherds.<br /> <br /> Abandoned and armed with only bravery and wits, Anna must learn to survive <strong>the harsh desert and unruly men.</strong> Yet just when she masters her bold life of disguise, she stumbles upon <strong>a den of mysterious caves</strong> and is captured by the <strong>secret band of women</strong> living inside. Unable to escape, Anna soon discovers that the sisterhood's <strong>mystical teachings and miraculous healing abilities</strong> have forced her to question everything she's been told to believe and--to her amazement--<strong>unleashed an astonishing power within her.</strong><br /> <br /> But when <strong>violent enemies</strong> opposed to the women's ways threaten to destroy them, Anna vows to save her mentors and preserve their powerful wisdom. Forced again to leave home and loved ones behind, <strong>a transformed Anna</strong> returns to the world of men--<strong>as only she can</strong>--determined to unfold <strong>a daring and dangerous mission: </strong>One that will put everything she's become to the test.<em><strong> Will she succeed...or be condemned? </strong></em><br /> <br /> <strong>Gorgeously written, cinematic in scope and utterly captivating</strong>, Anna's bold journey of courage--<strong>and its startling revelations</strong>--will thrill and inspire readers everywhere.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"This imaginative novel may make you a believer."<br /> <strong>--<em>O, The Oprah Magazine</em></strong></p><p>"The Way is a daring and passionate debut from an author to watch in the future."<br /> <strong>--<strong>Historical Novel Society</strong></strong></p><p>"Wow, is all I can say. This novel blew me away!"<br /> <strong>--<strong>Book Pleasures</strong></strong></p><p>"I don't think I could rave anymore about this book ... truly one of a kind."<br /> <strong>--Chick Lit Plus</strong></p><p>"THE WAY is a magical, evocative first novel that I plan to buy a carton of to give to my family and friends. This message of compassion, healing, and respect for women could indeed transform our world."</p><p><strong>--Joan Borysenko, Ph.D</strong>., author of <em>A Woman's Journey to God</em></p><p>"Are you looking for a book that will stay with you long after you've closed its pages, a book that will transport you into an exotic world filled with intrigue, faith, and courage? You're looking for Kristen Wolf's THE WAY, a remarkable story, beautifully told. </p><p><strong>--<strong>Mary Johnson, </strong></strong><strong><em>New York Times</em></strong><strong> bestselling author of <em>An Unquenchable Thirst: A Memoir</em></strong></p><p>"THE WAY is an intriguing coming of age... Fascinating..." (★★★★★)<br /> <strong>--AMAZON #1 Reviewer</strong></p><p> "...sure to be a book-club darling."<br /> <strong>--<strong>Booklist</strong></strong></p><p>"A young girl in ancient Palestine struggles with her calling as a spiritual leader in Wolf's audacious, deftly woven debut."</p><p><strong>--Publishers Weekly</strong><br /> </p><p>"This book took me on a journey... I was surprised in more ways than I ever could have imagined. THE WAY is one of those rare novels that makes you think."<br /> <strong>--<strong>Javier Sierra</strong></strong><strong><em>, New York Times </em></strong><strong>bestselling author of <em>The Secret Supper</em></strong></p><p> "THE WAY will invoke some deep thinking and soul searching...pick it up."</p><p><strong>--</strong><strong><em>Rhodes Review</em></strong></p><p>"The Way is a unique and ambitious debut novel, certain to provoke passionate discussions."<br /> <strong>--<strong>John Shors</strong></strong><strong>, bestselling author of <em>Beneath a Marble Sky</em></strong></p><p> </p><br>

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