The Last Sin Eater
The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers is a historical fiction novel published by Tyndale House Publishers in June 2013. This edition, part of a media tie-in, spans 368 pages and is presented in English. Set in the 1850s Appalachia, the story follows a young girl named Cadi Forbes as she grapples with the burdens of sin and the quest for redemption. The narrative explores the myth of the sin eater, a figure tasked with absolving the sins of villagers, and Cadi’s journey to uncover the truth behind this tradition.
Readers will find a tale rich in themes of guilt, grace, and healing, woven into the fabric of 19th-century rural America. As Cadi seeks freedom from the sin that haunts her, she encounters the sin eater, leading both characters on a path of self-discovery and confrontation with their pasts. The book also includes discussion questions, making it suitable for book clubs. This edition invites readers to reflect on the complexities of faith and forgiveness within a suspenseful and engaging narrative.
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The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind pens a captivating tale of suffering, seeking, and redemption set in Appalachia in the 1850s.
In the misty peaks and valleys of Appalachia roams the sin eater–a myth as much as a man, burdened with absolving the sins of villagers passing from this life to the next. But when a young girl uncovers the dark secret behind the tradition, she vows to show her village the truth.
All that matters for young Cadi Forbes is finding the one man who can set her free from the sin that plagues her, the sin that has stolen her mother’s love from her and made Cadi wish she could flee life and its terrible injustice. But Cadi doesn’t know that the sin eater is seeking as well. Before their journeys are over, Cadi and the sin eater must face themselves, each other, and the One who will demand everything from them in exchange for the answers they seek.
- A Christian historical fiction novel of guilt, grace, and healing
- An allegory that combines biblical themes and 19th century rural America
- Includes discussion questions for book clubs
“This unforgettable novel is rich in style, lore, and action, revealing a profound truth in a way only Francine Rivers can do. Transcending age, gender, and reading genres, this gripping story is a must-read for men, women, and young people alike.”
—Romantic Times
“Rivers delivers both a powerful message about Christian beliefs and the need for forgiveness of sins and an evocative portrayal of life in the 1850s. Highly recommended.”
—Library Journal
Also available in The Francine Rivers Historical Collection (e-book only).
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