Refining fire

Refining fire

By Tracie Peterson

Book Description

In the bustling city of Seattle, two wounded souls discover that healing often comes through unexpected connections. Militine Scott has found refuge at the Madison School for Brides, using her enrollment as a shield to conceal the shadows of her past. At twenty-two, she carries burdens that have convinced her no man could ever truly accept her, making the school's matrimonial focus feel like an ironic sanctuary.

When Militine encounters Thane Patton, she meets someone who understands the weight of hidden pain. Despite his outwardly cheerful demeanor and unwavering loyalty to those he cares about, Thane harbors his own dark secrets. The recognition of shared suffering creates an unexpected bond between them, one that neither anticipated.

As their paths intertwine, both must confront a profound question: can they trust God to transform the broken pieces of their lives into something beautiful and whole? Their journey explores whether redemption is possible when the past feels too damaged to overcome, and whether love can flourish when built on a foundation of mutual understanding rather than perfection.

Set against the backdrop of early Seattle, this story examines how divine grace can work through human connection to bring healing to even the most wounded hearts. It invites readers to consider how God might be working to create beauty from the debris of their own experiences.

Who Is This For?

πŸ“– Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~12 hours)

πŸ“„ Length: 447 pages

What You'll Discover

  • βœ“ Explore FICTION
  • βœ“ Explore Secrets
  • βœ“ Explore Fiction, romance, historical, general
  • βœ“ Explore Seattle (wash.), fiction
  • βœ“ Explore Historical
  • βœ“ Explore Social life and customs
  • βœ“ Transform your relationships
  • βœ“ Explore Christian life

Topics Covered

FICTION Secrets Fiction, romance, historical, general Seattle (wash.), fiction Historical Social life and customs Man-woman relationships, fiction Christian life Fiction Christian Friendship FICTION / Christian / Historical Manners and customs

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