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Pearl in the Sand

By: Tessa Afshar
Narrated by: Laural Merlington
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Striking beauty comes at a price. Rahab paid it when at the age of 15 she was sold into prostitution by the one man she loved and trusted—her father. With her keen mind and careful planning she turned heartache into success, achieving independence while still young. And she vowed never again to trust a man. Any man. God had other plans. Into the emotional turmoil of her world walked Salmone, a prominent leader of Judah, held in high esteem by all Israel. A man of faith, honor, and pride. An enemy. What is a woman with a wrecked past to do when she wants to be loved, yet no longer believes it possible? The walls of Jericho are only the beginning. The real battle for Rahab will be one of the heart.

©2010 Tessa Afshar (P)2011 Oasis

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Good story

Story is good, but the constant swallowing and mouth noises from the narrator is SO distracting and makes it hard to listen to.

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wonderful

this was a very well written story. it was enjoyable beginning to end! I will start following this author.

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Excellent uplifting story of Gods love for us!

The only thing I didn't enjoy about this production is the awful music that loudly droned on. It assaulted my ears and was startling most times because the story had me so involved I didn't realize the chapter was ending. Definitely not needed as this book is WONDERFUL as written and performed.

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Letting go...

Excellently told to convey letting go of past sins and accepting God's grace and forgiveness. The narration is sometimes a distraction as well as the music between chapters, but story will leave you with a new perspective on turning things over to God.

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Compelling story...

The story of Rahab is compelling. The author did an amazing job of displaying Rahab’s faith and the realness in dealing with our sins, guilt and shame from the past. The title of the book is an accurate description of who we are and our value to God.

The music between each chapter is melodramatic. The narration is palatable.

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Christian Based Fiction

I feel right at home with this genre. I like the bible based plot with a great twist of dramatization. The author really brought the characters to life right out of the verses. If you are short on faith and need inspiration this book will for the bill.

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Excellent Work

Where does Pearl in the Sand rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The reader's voice was upsetting in the beginning, but it later drew me in with an amazing reading skills

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This book is so wonderful, I'll always read and listen to it and recommend to everyone

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Awesome love story

Loved how God is always mentioned and how the characters seek and trust the lord

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Pearls in the Sand

Which scene was your favorite?

Salmon's love to Rahab through his unending press to deal with what bound her.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

Extraordinary book. More than a story - an experience.

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Pearl in the Sand - Highly recommend!

If you could sum up Pearl in the Sand in three words, what would they be?

Biblical,faith-building, and well-written.

What did you like best about this story?

This is an excellent book that is very difficult to put down. The ending leaves you wanting more! This author is definitely one to watch. So looking forward to the next book.

What does Laural Merlington bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The tone and reflection of her voice puts the reader right in the midst of the conversations and actions.

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