Shattered

Struck Down, But Not Destroyed

By: Frank Pastore, Ellen Vaughn

Narrated by: Frank Pastore

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Frank Pastore stepped onto the mound in Dodger Stadium to throw another fastball—something he’d done thousands of times since childhood. But this time was different. The batter connected and the ball came rocketing back to the mound, shattering not only Frank’s pitching elbow—but also his dream of getting “rich and famous” through Major League Baseball.™ As he walked to the training room, Frank found himself asking a God he didn’t believe in, “Why is this happening to me?” There was no answer—at least not then. It was this injury that sent Frank, a lifelong atheist, on a journey that would change not only his mind but also his whole life—as a husband, father, friend, and troubled son. We all know the pain of shattered dreams. We’ve all wondered how to pick up the broken pieces after a crisis. We’ve all wondered, “Where is God?” when life hurts so bad. This is a story of how the fragments of broken dreams can be reassembled into even bigger and better things. A story of how, when life’s disasters and difficulties knock us down, they don’t have to destroy us. This is a story that shows how all of us can come to know we’re in God’s good hands. Even when we’re shattered.

An inspiring Book!

An excellent story on how a man reached great heights, has his career crumble before his eyes, and with God's love, overcame it all. Well done!

Loved it

A very practical and real book. Lots to identify with. Highly recommended. Thanks Frank and Ellen.

God’ redemptive power in Frank Pastored life

It seems hard for me to find someone to talk to with me and about the deep issues of life and how God uses those. I didn’t get to talk to Frank but it was rewarding to hear him tell his story and to hear his honesty.

Great read!!!

I loved it! I had a hard time putting it down. I highly recommend it.

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Is there anything you would change about this book?

I thought it would be more about his Christian experiences.

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

Did no listen to whole book. I am not interested in sports.

Was Shattered worth the listening time?

No