Book Review: My Foolish Heart

The war in the Middle East, drunk driving, agoraphobia.. These are some of the issues this book of fiction tries to tackle. I have read through the first 6 chapters and life has made it hard for me to 'get into' the story. Although I don't find myself disliking the main character, I haven't really connected with her or anyone else in the story.

As a regular book blogger, I would love to hear your own experience if you have read this book. I received this book free from Tyndale Publishing House in return for providing an honest review.

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