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Kathy and Dan are just like any other couple . . . until a tiny gravestone with one name and one date brings to light a 9-year-old secret. A deeply moving story of forgiveness and one womans struggle to reconcile herself with the haunting memory of abortion. Originally presented as a Focus on the Family radio drama. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars better for mature readers, Aug 2 2000

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This review is from: Tilly: The Novel (Paperback)

I first read this book when I was about 9 years old after hearing about it church. I loved the story then, even though looking back on it now, I don't think I completely understood it. I reread the book when I turned 20 when it was given to me as a birthday gift, and cried through the whole thing. It meant so much more to me now that I understood more, and had actually had close friends go through the painful process of of aborting their unborn children. Some people may say that it is "too pro-life" or that it puts women who have choosen abortion in a bad light. In my opinion, it does just the opposite. It shows the loving forgiveness of a God who truly cares for His people. Even though the woman in the story sinned by taking the life of her child, she is forgiven and loved and freed from the horrible guilt caused by her decision. It serves as a reminder of His true deep love and compassion for the human race

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5.0 out of 5 stars 'Quick' Read ... Lasting Impact!, Dec 14 2004

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This review is from: Tilly: The Novel (Paperback)

A little over 2 years ago, I had an abortion. Since that time, I have struggled to 'let go' of the experience, and have found it close to impossible to move on. I wrestle with myself every night over my decision and what it has led me to now. Very few, if any, people have been able to console me during this time.

Recently, however, 'Tilly' was a novel that my therapist recommended I read. I did so having no knowledge of what the novel was about. After reading 'Tilly', I was touched in many ways. I found that Peretti did an excellent job in presenting the face of abortion, and its many after-effects. I was able to identify with the woman, not just for having had the same experience, but through the similarity we have in how we dealt with our feelings.

I highly recommend 'Tilly'. It is not a novel solely for those who have encountered abortion, whether it be first or second hand, but for everyone. It teaches the value of life, importance of love, and the repurcussions the intense way that our past affects our present. If you come across a copy of 'Tilly', be sure to read it. It is definately worth the small amount of time it requires to read!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, Jan 11 2004

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This review is from: Tilly (Paperback)

This book isn't typical of Frank Peretti; it's thin enough to be mistaken for a children's book, when it's anything but. It was originally a radio drama, which accounts for the short version in print, but the fact that it's short and to the point doesn't diminish its beauty or its message. Most women who go through with an abortion live to regret it, maybe not right away, but sometime during their lives. It's too bad that unlike the woman in the story, not everyone gets a chance to meet that child and tell them they're sorry before finally meeting them in Heaven.

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1.0 out of 5 stars One Star is giving too much credit!
I read the book. That's about the only thing good I can say about it. Even if I let a 9 to 12 year old read it, I wouldn't wish them to. Read more

Published on Aug 5 2003 by wapatterson

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book For a Teen
One day, I saw a pile of my dad's books on the dining table. In the pile, I saw: "Sixth Grade Can Really Kill You", "Tilly", and "Rites of War". Read more

Published on Jun 9 2003