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The Scarlet Thread

By: Francine Rivers
Narrated by: Angela Rogers, Alma Cuervo
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Two women, centuries apart, are joined through a tattered journal as they contend with God, husbands, and even themselves...until they fall into the arms of the One who loves them unconditionally.

Sierra Madrid's life has just been turned upside down when she discovers the handcrafted quilt and journal of her ancestor Mary Kathryn McMurray, a young woman who was uprooted from her home only to endure harsh conditions on the Oregon Trail. Though the women are separated by time and circumstance, Sierra discovers that many of the issues they face are remarkably similar. By following Mary Kathryn's example, Sierra learns to surrender to God?s sovereignty and unconditional love.

©2004 Francine Rivers (P)2012 Recorded Books

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Soooo good!

The way both stories intertwine is so wonderful. Very good narration. Definitely worth a listen.

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Wonderful and Inspiring

I'm so glad I found this, I looked for a christian fiction audible. The author did a great job tying the two stories together.

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Such a beautiful, moving story

These two stories, from different eras, running a parallel path, show how timeless are the devastating effects of putting one’s personal goals, and self fulfillment above one’s family and marriage. Both women had been blessed with faith filled mothers who planted seeds of salvation, peace, and strength found only in Jesus Christ deep in their lives. As is the way of man, we never grasp the truth and hope found in a savior until one hits the depths of despair, loss, and often shame. Finally those long, put away and hidden seeds of truth, find just the right conditions to grow, and faith is finally real. Beautifully woven story.

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Oh soooo good!

2 beautiful parallel stories that weave together. Many things touched areas of my own life as I could relate to the trials of the characters. I listened to this on a long trip. I didn't want to stop!

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Great Book!

I love this book. It has a very sweet story line! Francine Rivers has done it again, no surprise there!

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A great book!

I enjoyed this book emensly! worth the read! I will read this over and over!

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Exceptional and inspiring

Events that could take place in anyone's life. Inspiring and gives hope for a better life.

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Love this book!!

Another great book inspired by the author's God given abilities! This story made me want to draw closer to the Lord! Looking forward to more!!

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Complex story with diary flashbacks

Modern woman describes her life and love challenges while reading her ancestors diary about the family's trip out West.

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Loved it!

Loved this Audible book! Will definitely listen to this one again. I have loved all that I've read/listened to by Francine Rivers.

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