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Book Review of The Shack (Library Edition): Where Tragedy Confronts Eternity

The Shack (Library Edition): Where Tragedy Confronts Eternity
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The Shack by William Paul Young is a powerful story that explores the character of God. Mack, the main character, finds himself in turmoil after the loss of his daughter to a brutal serial killer. This dark experience causes Mack to doubt God's faithfulness, growing bitter and resentful, but God, aka "Papa," meets Mack at "the shack," revealing Himself in a fresh, down-to-earth persona, answering many of Mack's questions, demonstrating His love and helping Mack to find closure for the pain and disappointments in his life. I enjoyed this book very much and would suggest it for anyone willing to explore God in a new light.