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In 2001 Special Forces veteran Steve Wilson was in the group that helped Afghanistan gain freedom from the Taliban and helped Afghanistan celebrate its first election. Eight years later when he returns as a security chief to the Minister of Interior, he is appalled at the greed and corruption he found in the country he fought so hard for.
Amy Mallory is a Christian relief worker who was recently hired to head to Afghanistan and begin helping women and children. Even with years of experience this is her first time beginning a charity from scratch. The doors open for her to provide a place for women and children after they are released from prison. What she did not plan on was falling in love with the Afghan people.
Steve and Amy’s world’s collide after a suicide bombing. Steve opens Amy’s eyes to the possible danger and traps she could find herself in and Amy softens Steven heart toward idealistic charity people like Amy. Though they are very different their love for Christ forms a friendship between the two of them.
You don’t just read Windle’s books, you live them. Windle will not tickle your American ears, she will tell you like it is. I have to admit when I first read the prologue I wanted to toss the book across the room out of anger, fearing this was a book against our own American military. Instead Windle grabs your heart and gives you the truth; there are problems on both sides of the isle but she tells the story fairly. I encourage all women to read this book, if nothing else it will give you specifics on what to pray for concerning the Afghanistan women. Jeanette Windle has become a favorite author. I enjoy the depth and truth in her stories; you walk away with your heart changed.
You can read the prologue here.
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