Shattered Dreams
A Rare Diamond, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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Kristin Bentley
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By:
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Amara L. Russell
About this listen
From author Amara Russell comes A Rare Diamond, her debut novel that teaches us all to use the wisdom and insight within to learn to trust in the plan that God has for our lives. No matter how difficult our circumstances become, never give up. You have the power to make the choice to do whatever it takes to accomplish your dreams.
Listeners will meet Celeste, the novel's startling, wise, kind, smart, and inspirational main character, and will follow along with her as she navigates the ins and outs of growing up, all while her faith is tested through many challenges, pain, and suffering. Having lost her mother at the age of five, Celeste was raised by her father and three older brothers. Like many of us, Celeste suffers setbacks - tragedy, broken friendships, and discovering true love, to name a few, yet she learns from her mistakes and always overcomes.
As listeners explore, in depth, the challenges Celeste faces, women and men - both young and old alike - will find themselves smiling, laughing, and no doubt shedding a few tears. A Rare Diamond is a life-changing and fulfilling listen and is for anyone who needs the motivation to break through life's setbacks and sadness to the other side - where it's possible to discover how to truly connect with life's experiences.
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