The Last Sin Eater
The Last Sin Eater
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
368
Novel • Fiction
Appalachia • 1850s
1998
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers is a Christian fiction novel set in the 1850s Appalachian Mountains, where ten-year-old Cadi Forbes grapples with guilt over her sister's death and seeks redemption. In her isolated Welsh-American community that practices sin-eating, Cadi breaks tradition by seeking out the sin eater to confess her sins but ultimately finds solace through a visiting preacher who introduces her to Christianity.
Mysterious
Emotional
Inspirational
Dark
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers captivates with its historical depth and emotional narrative, drawing readers into an Appalachian community's traditions and secrets. While praised for its compelling characters and evocative writing, some critics find its pacing uneven and themes overly moralistic. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that resonates deeply on faith and redemption.
Who Should Read The Last Sin Eater?
Fans of The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers typically enjoy Christian fiction with historical settings and deep emotional journeys. They are similar to readers of Janette Oke's Love Comes Softly series and Beverly Lewis' Amish novels, who appreciate themes of redemption, faith, and community in their literature.
33,703 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
368
Novel • Fiction
Appalachia • 1850s
1998
Adult
14-18 years
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