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What the critics say about Betsy and Laurie’s writing …

“ … the pace is swift from the start …” Publishers Weekly

“Sharp historical fiction, adeptly streamlined …” Publishers Weekly

“ … the story offers an interesting conversational starting point …” Wall Street Journal

“Drama, humor, excitement and love fuel these short well-written stories … “ Booklist

“ … engaging plausible and highly readable …”  School Library Journal

“ … accessible format, lively tellings and diverse characters …” Booklist

“ … stories with honesty and without excess sentiment … moving and offer readers much to think about …” Riverbank Review

“ … first rate tales …” Booklist

“ … this collection of short stories combines the bedrocks of mass appeal …” School Library Journal

“ … a powerful collection of stories interconnected by a single force …” Dr. Frank Page

“ …masterful use of metaphors, irony, and a never-ending roller coaster of emotions.” Dr. Stanley Williams

“Fast-paced, without rushing the reader, they skillfully bring into view the Good Shepherd …” Jani Ortlund

Click here to listen to what the UK has to say about The Shepherd’s Song