A Borrowed Life

September 23, 2020 |  No Comments

A Borrowed Life

by Kerry Ann King

Date Published: September 22, 2020
Published By: Lake Union Publishing
Page Count: 320


Publisher’s Description:

From the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Whisper Me This comes an emotional and sharply witty novel about how life’s unexpected detours can ultimately bring you home.

For thirty years Liz has perfectly played the part of Mrs. Thomas Lightsey, exemplary pastor’s wife and mother. But maintaining appearances for the congregation and catering to her demanding husband takes a toll, and she’s lost herself in meeting the expectations of others. When Thomas suddenly dies, Liz feels shock, grief, and, to her surprise, the siren song of freedom. Dare she dream of a life to call her own?

Despite the resistance of her daughter, Abigail, to even the smallest changes, Liz lands a role at the community theater. Inspired by new friends and the character she plays, she explores life’s possibilities, including an unexpected—and steamy—relationship with her leading man.

Just when Liz thinks she might be winning, life hits her with an unthinkable shock. She’s pregnant at forty-nine. Torn between conflicting loyalties to her daughter, her lover, her unborn baby, and herself, can Liz find a way to rebuild her dream life one more time?


My Star Rating:

4 of 5 stars

My Review:

A Borrowed Life: A NovelA Borrowed Life: A Novel by Kerry Anne King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Boy, talk about a sad state of affairs. I can see this book being a little controversial because our main character is a pious, submissive, and dutiful preacher’s wife, and when her oppressive husband and his strict and old-fashioned views of marriage and “wifely duties” suddenly and unexpectedly dies one day, Liz finds herself free from the chains she’s lived with for years and years. She decides to live her life for herself for a change, much to everyone else’s dismay, of course, including her adult daughter.

I found this to be a fun and interesting read. Liz’s liberation leads to some interesting predicaments but also some great new friendships and the ability to learn about herself and who she really is. Much more will come to light before it’s all said and done, and you’ll find yourself hating the patriarchy if you’re anything like me while reading this. The ending, though, was very much satisfying, and I think those who enjoy more seasoned romance and women’s fiction will enjoy this meaningful story.

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