13 Reasons Why Blog Tour - Day 10: Book Recommendations

Today, Faith and I are sharing about books that have similar themes as our own! But, of course, you know the drill . . .

Today's reason to live: books. I've loved books for as long as I can remember. I probably devoured them (literally) as a lil' kid, and then once I grew old enough to appreciate them, I devoured them in a more metaphoric sense. ANYWAY. Books are amazing, y'know? They also put all sorts of ideas into your head. If you have any imagination at all, books have the power to practically control your mind for days, even after you've finished them. Why? I . . . don't know, really. But I do know that if you read the right books (aka hopeful books), your mindset will be a whole lot better than if you read depressing books (*cough* like Salt to the Sea *cough*). If you read uplifting books, the effects will be incredible. Trust me on this one. Don't end it all because you're feeding your mind garbage.

Freedom—Faith Potts (obviously)

AS IF YOU NEEDED ANY EXPLANATION. Read my review HERE.

Living Lies—Natalie Walters

I'm definitely not a romance person, and this book just reinforced my opinion on that. But the suicide aspect . . . read my review HERE.

A Brother is Born—Angie Thompson

This. Book. Aaaaahhh! *clutches heart* I loved this baby so muchly. <3 The foster care, the insecure girl, the brothers . . . Read my review HERE.

100 Days of Sunlight—Abbie Emmons

So, I'll admit, this book doesn't have a whole lot of the same themes as Beloved, but it definitely does have the girl that's basically lost all hope. So there's that. Read my review HERE.

The Divided Nation—Angela Watts

Yeah, yeah, I know—those of you who have read both The Divided Nation and Beloved are probably going, "why in the world is she adding this one to the list?!" Okay, I know, it's a stretch. But the brothers, y'all. The BROTHERS. (And this book deserves to be mentioned, soooo) Read my review HERE.

Between Sundays—Karen Kingsbury

Foster care. Need I say more? (Also it's got football players in major roles, so how can you go wrong?)

Wonder—R.J. Palacio

I honestly didn't understand all the hype about this book . . . but it really makes a person think about how they treat each others. And that's a reminder everyone needs every once in awhile. 

Through the Tunnel—Rebekah Morris

Once again, foster care! Each of Rebekah's books is better than the last! <3 Read my review HERE.

The Silence of Murder—Dandi Daley Mackall

Don't let that title/cover freak you out—it's not a horror story! Another story that makes a person think about how they treat those around them . . . read my review HERE.

Visit Faith's blog for book recommendations with similar themes as Freedom!

Life without love is hopeless. 

Foster teen Cara Richards is unloved. With nothing left and nowhere to go, she is determined to find peace, no matter the cost. But despite her intentions, she’s tossed into another foster family and this time, there’s no going back to who she used to be. To make matters worse, one of her five new foster brothers is a Jesus freak, and she refuses to believe that God actually cares.

Her world is thrown upside down in a way she never expects. Though she prides herself on a resilient heart, her mind is lost adrift among a sea of questions: Is death really the answer? Does God care about someone as unworthy as me? Can everyone truly be loved, no matter what?

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Having just returned to American soil from the desert sands of the Middle East, James Greene is done with his life. 'Double amputee' doesn't seem like a strong enough phrase to label the physical and emotional pain he bears. Add the lack of love and communication with his family members, the demons that haunt him day and night, and he can find nothing worth living for. Ending it all is the only way out. 

Alexandria Lorance is a not-so-ordinary physical therapist, content with aiding in her patients' recoveries. Her work gives her fulfillment, but alone in the silence, she still endures the hidden scars of a past, unhealthy relationship. Reminding herself that true healing is found in Christ alone, she seeks to show kindness and love to everyone she meets.


When these two broken ones' paths intersect, the spark of friendship is ignited, bringing hope and joy to both. Can they step out of the darkness of suffering and into the freedom of grace? 


A Marine, broken by war. A therapist, scarred by words. A chance meeting in a parking lot bonded them together. But can love grow in these two hurting hearts? Or are they truly too broken to ever find lasting happiness?

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Blog Tour Stops
Rebekah @ RebekahAshleigh — Interview w/ Kate

Faith @ Faith Lane Author — Interview w/ Faith + Spotlight of Freedom

Hannah @ Elizabeth’s Corner — Interview w/ Kate

DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE Q&A!

Read good books, y'all. And choose life.