The Returning

By: Ann Tatlock

Narrated by: Scott Sowers

Christy Award winner Ann Tatlock paints a vibrant portrait of a fractured family's journey toward healing and forgiveness.

Now transformed by God's grace, John Sheldon is concerned about reuniting with his family after five years in prison. As he asks God to revive his dying marriage and heal his fragmented home, the answer to his prayers might just lie in the caring hands of his Down syndrome son.

©2009 Ann Tatlock (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC

Excellent Book by Ann Tatlock

Long a fan of this author, this story of a father returning home after being in jail for five years, shows the reactions of his wife and three children. One has Downs Syndrome, one a teenager in high school, and the other a young daughter who can barely remember her father. In prison, the dad has come to be a believer in God, kicked his alcoholic habit . . . but another practice threatens to ruin him and his family. This is not my favorite Ann Tatlock book, but it's a worthy listen. Don't miss it.

Dramatic and Emotionally Moving

Another excellent read by Ann Tatlock—deeply dramatic and emotionally moving. Tatlock has a gift for drawing readers into the lives of her characters, making their struggles and triumphs feel real and personal. The story unfolds with intensity and heart, blending themes of faith, loss, and redemption in a way that lingers long after the final page. A compelling and memorable novel that I highly recommend.