Book Review: Land of Silence by Tessa Afshar

 


Book Review: Land of Silence by Tessa Afshar 
5 Stars 
Favorite Book of 2024

Well, I have found my favorite book of 2024 yall. This book was compelling, transformative, beautiful, encouraging and faith filled. Such a heartfelt novel that explores the power of healing, faith, and redemption. The storytelling here and well-drawn characters make this a must read for anyone who loves a biblical fiction story. We see courage. We see transformation. We see healing through Jesus. I am inspired by Elianna's character and faith. 

This is a biblical fiction story surrounding the woman with the issue of blood in the Bible for 12 years. It amazes me that while we only have 2-3 sentences of scripture about this woman, Tessa Afshar was able to tell a fully fleshed out story about this woman and encourage me in my faith as well. We see Elianna go through tragedy after tragedy in this book, yet her FAITH remains strong in God. At one point, she says she has bled for 11 years, and "it hasn't been that bad because it brought her closer to the Lord". PROFOUND. All the grumbling I find myself doing for life's little inconveniences, and this woman says what she hasn't been through wasn't all that bad because it brought her closer to the Lord and she wouldn't give that up for anything. I am inspired by her.

I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a beautiful story where the character has come to life and one that explores themes of forgiveness, faith, healing and resilience.  

This book will stick with me for a long time.

Matthew 9:20-22 English Standard Version

20 And behold, a woman who had suffered from a discharge of blood for twelve years came up behind him and touched the fringe of his garment, 21 for she said to herself, “If I only touch his garment, I will be made well.” 22 Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, “Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.” And instantly the woman was made well.

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