Ransomed by Shelley Ring

5.0 out of 5 stars Edgy Christian Fiction

Description

After a heated argument with her boyfriend, sixteen-year-old Rebecca Siersha vanishes into the afternoon sun. Eight years later, her family still finds no trace of her. Until former Marine and modern-day prophet Micah Stone receives a disturbing vision. Years ago, Micah knew his future. He would marry Rebecca and live in service to God forever. Her disappearance devastated him. Now haunted by the image of her running through the night, darkness chasing her, Micah hears an edict from the Lord: Save her. Micah determines to uncover the truth behind Rebecca’s disappearance, but just when victory seems near, they meet evil face to face. This time it will take everything within Micah to obey God. But exactly who will do the saving?

Biography

Shelley Ring holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Colorado Christian University. In 2007, she became the Marketing Consultant for a publishing company, and after the birth of her first child she began writing back cover copy full time. Her first novel, Forsaken, was published in 2012. She followed it in 2013 with the release of her second novel, Ransomed. Shelley enjoys teaching other writers about self-publishing, writing fiction, and writing back cover copy, as well as speaking to women's groups, studying the Bible, and spending time with her family. In addition to two preschoolers at home, Shelley has a teenager, a Rottweiler, and a chocolate addiction that her husband faithfully indulges. Shelley's blog, 'Fraidy Cat Confessions, features devotionals that encourage readers to confess the truth of Scripture and experience the change it brings into their lives. She plans to release a series of devotionals in her 30 Days to a Changed Life series throughout 2013. Learn more and get Biblical affirmations on Shelley's blog, 'Fraidy Cat Confessions, at shelleyring.com.

My Review ~

Sixteen-year-old Rebecca Siersha had disappeared without a trace for eight long years. Her childhood sweetheart, Micah Stone, is a former marine and modern-day prophet whose visions of Rebecca in her current plight, surrounded by evil,compels Micah to drop everything and find her no matter what the cost. His visions of darkness and evil are confirmed by a young blind boy who has a prophetic sense of Rebecca's current peril, and the brief time line in which to rescue her. A victim of human sex trafficking, Rebecca has been drugged, abused, brainwashed and ravaged. She hasn't seen the outside world for eight long years, and has no idea where she has been imprisoned during that time. Micah's edict from God to "save her" gives him the momentum necessary to do all it takes to bring her to freedom and redemption. This battle between good and evil is powerful!

The innocence of youth combined with consummate evil are the essence of this unpredictable and compelling novel. The horrors of human sex trafficking are disturbing, but told in good taste, without depicting extreme violence, foul language or explicit sex. Shelley Ring's Christian values ring true throughout this novel of epic proportions, and the reality of this all too prevalent practice is well told. This story is not for the weak or faint of heart. The debauchery of human sex trafficking is a reality that needs to be openly exposed and communicated. It is our responsibility to educate, inform and fight this despicable crime with every tool we possess. Shelley Ring has done a magnificent job of revealing the facts and atrocities associated with this abhorrent crime. God's mercy, unfailing forgiveness and love are paramount in this powerful novel. I highly recommend Ransomed as an eye-opener to the realities of a practice that needs to be banished!

Disclaimer: I received an electronic copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own, and no monetary compensation was received as a result.

There is no giveaway with this review.