Will Bake for Books

“Eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably.” -C.S. Lewis

You are here: Home / Book Reviews / REVIEW: Through the Deep Waters by Kim Vogel Sawyer

REVIEW: Through the Deep Waters by Kim Vogel Sawyer

by Leave a Comment

Through the Deep Waters
By Kim Vogel Sawyer
Description:
A past filled with shame can be washed away with a love that conquers all. 

Born to an unloving prostitute in a popular Chicago brothel, timid seventeen-year-old Dinah Hubley was raised amidst the secrets held in every dark, grimy room of her home. Anxious to escape, Dinah pursues her dream of becoming a Harvey Girl, waiting tables along the railroad in an upscale hotel. But when she finds out she isn’t old enough, her only option is to accept a job as a chambermaid at the Clifton Hotel in Florence, Kansas. Eager to put everything behind her, Dinah feels more worthless than ever, based on a single horrible decision she made to survive.

The Clifton offers a life Dinah has never known, but blinded to the love around her, Dinah remains buried in the shame of her past. When a handsome chicken farmer named Amos Ackerman starts to show interest, Dinah withdraws further, convinced no one could want a sullied woman like her.  Despite his self-consciousness about his handicapped leg and her strange behavior, Amos resolves to show Dinah Christ’s love. But can she ever accept a gift she so desperately needs?

Rating: ✰✰ (2 out of 5 stars)

My Thoughts:
Dinah Hubley didn’t have much of a childhood. Her mother is a prostitute and she grew up in popular Chicago brothel. Her dream is to become one of Harvey’s girls–a well-respected hotel waitress. When a tragedy occurs and her mother dies, Dinah tries to move on from her painful past and becomes a chambermaid at the Clifton Hotel. Amos Ackerman is a chicken farmer who has been the subject of ridicule his entire whole life due to an old injury that gives him a limp. He immediately takes a liking to Dinah–but will they be able to move from their pasts to embrace a beautiful future?

I have kept up with all of Kim Vogel Sawyer’s latest releases ever since reading My Heart Remembers, one of my favorite books. I immediately snatched the chance to read Through the Deep Waters when it came out. As much as I love the author and really wanted to love this book, I thought that it was just ok. Although the premise of the story was interesting and the message was beautiful, I didn’t connect with any of the characters and found myself bored and reading it quickly just so I could finish. However, this book did have a good message. It shows that no matter what you have done in your life or how broken you are, you can find peace and healing through Christ. I thought it had a nice ending as well.

To sum up, Through the Deep Waters had a touching story, sweet romance, and a powerful message. Unfortunately it didn’t quite hold my attention. If you enjoy uplifting historical novels, then I recommend you try out this book.

**I received this book for free from Blogging for Books for this review.

Related posts:

REVIEW: Silenced by Dani Pettrey
REVIEW: Desecration by Jennifer Hartz
REVIEW: Daisies are Forever by Liz Tolsma (& a giveaway from the author!)
REVIEW: A Lady in Disguise by Sandra Byrd

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.