In A CHANCE AT FOREVER by MELISSA JAGEARS brings up such issues as marriage, relationships between parents and children, prostitution and its effect on children, anger, shame and forgiveness. Although the subject matter is harsh, the story she tells is one of redemption and second chances. I really enjoyed this heart warming and well told story which is solidly based on biblical principles and radiates hope, even in the most dismal of situations.When Aaron Firebrook goes back the the high school in Teaville, where he traumatized the children with his awful bullying, to apply for a position as a maths teacher, he doesn't get a very good reception from a woman on the board who turns out to be Mercy McClain whose life he made a living hell at school. Mercy was born with a deformed arm which made her an easy target.
Aaron, or George as he was known at school, has turned over a new leaf, made a sincere commitment to the Lord and has come back to Teaville to try and make up for his rotten behaviour. It is understandable that Mercy is extremely wary of having anything to do with him herself, and is adamant that he should not be allowed to have anything to do with children. However, when she sees his behaviour towards young and old alike at the orphanage where she works with her brother and sister in law, she is no longer sure how to feel.
There are twists and turns in the story and the Christian message is strong. I can highly recommend this most enjoyable novel.
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