- Paperback: 480 pages
- Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks; New edition edition (11 Jan 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340838051
- ISBN-13: 978-0340838051
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
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'Picoult offers a perfectly pitched take on the great mysteries of the heart' (Kirkus Reviews )
'Addictively readable, raising valid questions about religion without getting maudlin. For a novel, that in itself is a miracle' (Entertainment Weekly )
'Addictively readable, raising valid questions about religion without getting maudlin. For a novel, that in itself is a miracle' (Entertainment Weekly )
'If you have not already discovered her gripping tales of family upheaval and modern moral dilemmas, make this the year you do. With its themes of marriage breakdown and religious belief, KEEPING FAITH, is as supenseful as any thriller, and full of raw emotion.'
(Source )'Jodi Picoult's novels often focus on lives turned upside down by some terrible event, and it's her way with the small emotional detail that makes them so rewarding.'
(Marie Claire )'Another fascinating and engrossing read by Picoult'
(Closer )‘Picoult fans will not be disappointed. There is the usual compulsive writing, the insight into family and colourful characterisation . . . a pleasure to pick up, and impossible to put down’
(Daily Express )'This is another cracker from Picoult'
(Family Circle )'If you have not already discovered her gripping tales of family upheaval and modern moral dilemmas, make this the year you do. With its themes of marriage breakdown and religious belief, KEEPING FAITH, is as supenseful as any thriller, and full of raw emotion.'
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" 'Picoult offers a perfectly pitched take on the great mysteries of the heart' - Kirkus Reviews. 'Addictively readable, raising valid questions about religion without getting maudlin. For a novel, that in itself is a miracle' - Entertainment Weekly. 'Gripping - you'll be riveted by this multilayered tale of small-town intrigue.' Glamour on Salem Falls. 'This beautifully crafted novel will grab readers with its stunning topic' People Magazine on My Sister's Keeper. 'The novelist displays an almost uncanny ability to enter the skins of her trouble young protagonists.' New York Times on The Pact"
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Jodi Picoult weaves a tale of marital breakdown set against a religious backdrop concerning a Jewish girl and a Catholic faith. Faith, the central character in the book, is a young girl troubled by her parents' divorce and has begun talking to God whilst her mother, Mariah, struggles to keep her sanity whilst still believing her daughter. Mariah will do anything to keep custody of her daughter whilst her husband believes that she is endangering her daughter's life. Picoult uses many philosophical issues such as the existence of God and the possibility of resurrection against medical evidence to provide the book with sustenance and texture. Once again, Jodi Picoult's representation of a court case (like in her book, My Sister's Keeper) keeps you on tenterhooks and is one of the most tense parts of the story. Your must read this book!
48 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Faith is a 7 year old little girl. "Keeping Faith" is the story of a custody battle between her mum Mariah, and her dad Colin - who gets to keep Faith?
7 years before the novel begins Mariah found out that her husband, Colin, was having an affair, and she fell to pieces. After a failed suicide attempt Colin has her committed to a mental hospital where she later finds out she is pregnant... with Faith. So when they let her out of the hospital she turns her life around and learns how to be a mum.
Then Colin does it again. This time she catches him in the act, and Faith also is witness to his infidelity. Separation is inevitable. Colin goes to live with his mistress and when the divorce is settled, he freely gives over custody of his daughter to Mariah.
However, neither of them account for what comes next. Faith starts to perform miracles and to show "stigmata", involuntary bleeding corresponding to Christ's wounds. Faith becomes the subject of media interest - TV, media, journalists, Rabbis, Fathers (as in the Catholic Church), priests, psychiatrists... they all want a piece of Faith. What in the world is happening to Faith? And why? Needless to say, all this attention results in Colin wanting his daughter back. Doubts creep in... is Mariah doing this to her? The heart-wrenching custody battle ensues.
Wonderfully researched, beautifully written. You can't fault Picoult here. She takes an explosive subject and skilfully weaves her way around the different arguments and religious and non-religious approaches. Very thought provoking, and a page-turning read!
7 years before the novel begins Mariah found out that her husband, Colin, was having an affair, and she fell to pieces. After a failed suicide attempt Colin has her committed to a mental hospital where she later finds out she is pregnant... with Faith. So when they let her out of the hospital she turns her life around and learns how to be a mum.
Then Colin does it again. This time she catches him in the act, and Faith also is witness to his infidelity. Separation is inevitable. Colin goes to live with his mistress and when the divorce is settled, he freely gives over custody of his daughter to Mariah.
However, neither of them account for what comes next. Faith starts to perform miracles and to show "stigmata", involuntary bleeding corresponding to Christ's wounds. Faith becomes the subject of media interest - TV, media, journalists, Rabbis, Fathers (as in the Catholic Church), priests, psychiatrists... they all want a piece of Faith. What in the world is happening to Faith? And why? Needless to say, all this attention results in Colin wanting his daughter back. Doubts creep in... is Mariah doing this to her? The heart-wrenching custody battle ensues.
Wonderfully researched, beautifully written. You can't fault Picoult here. She takes an explosive subject and skilfully weaves her way around the different arguments and religious and non-religious approaches. Very thought provoking, and a page-turning read!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Jodi Picoult is one of the best authors out there. She writes fearlessly and the research and detail in all of her books is amazing. If you like any kind of courtroom dramas you should read her books. They keep you guessing till the end and you are on the edge of your seat waiting for the next chapter to start.
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I didn't really care for this one
I usually really enjoy Picoult's novels, but this one just did not do it for me.
Perhaps because of all the pseudo-philosophy, or the outrageous implications of God etc. Read more
Perhaps because of all the pseudo-philosophy, or the outrageous implications of God etc. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alison Fable
captivating... challenging views
i have not read jodi picoult for a while, i am reinspired to read more of hers. i love the moral dilemma, thought provoking, make your own mind up style she writes with, my... Read more
Published 2 months ago by suzie woozle
Stunning
An emotional read about a marriage breakdown between Mariah and her cheating husband Colin and caught in the middle is their daughter Faith, While Mariah is trying to come to terms... Read more
Published 3 months ago by jamie leigh
I dont do bbok reviews BUT !
I could not put this book down, if you are a fan of Jodi then Just buy it !! This lady is my favourite author, in fact Jodi is my first ever favourite author.
Published 6 months ago by Warren M. Parkinson
My favourite Jodi Picoult book by far!
I have read around 10 of Picoult's novels and this is easily my favourite. I very quickly fell in love with Faith and the story, although it is not as believable a situation as... Read more
Published 9 months ago by TimeToShine
A question of Faith
This isn't a book I would have picked myself, but my Aunt recommended it to me whilst I was staying with her last week and so I gave it a go. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Rebecca
Motherhood and God
This is my first Jodi Picoult book, but it will not be my last. My wife and one of my daughters, mature Christians, couldn't finish it, even though they are Jodi Picoult fans, and... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Rev. M. Bonser
Jodis Best
A fantastic read yet again by Jodi. a moving and thought provoking book that tackles broken marriage, same sex relationship and IVF wonderful the best yet, you wont be able to put... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Dolly123
Different from Picoults usual style but still fantastic.
The thing I love about Jodi Picoult's novels is that they are so controversial. I think different people from all walks of life can pick up one of her novels and relate it to them... Read more
Published 11 months ago by N. J. Hotchkin
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