The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind pens a captivating tale of suffering, seeking, and redemption set in Appalachia in the 1850s. In the misty peaks and valleys of Appalachia roams the sin eater—a myth as much as a man, burdened with absolving the sins of villagers passing from this life to the next. But when a young girl uncovers the dark secret behind the tradition, she vows to show her village the truth. All that matters for young Cadi Forbes is finding the one man who can set her free from the sin that plagues her, the sin that has stolen her mother's love from her and made Cadi wish she could flee life and its terrible injustice. But Cadi doesn't know that the sin eater is seeking as well. Before their journeys are over, Cadi and the sin eater must face themselves, each other, and the One who will demand everything from them in exchange for the answers they seek. A Christian historical fiction novel of guilt, grace, and healing An allegory that combines biblical themes and 19th century rural America Includes discussion questions for book clubs "This unforgettable novel is rich in style, lore, and action, revealing a profound truth in a way only Francine Rivers can do. Transcending age, gender, and reading genres, this gripping story is a must-read for men, women, and young people alike." — Romantic Times "Rivers delivers both a powerful message about Christian beliefs and the need for forgiveness of sins and an evocative portrayal of life in the 1850s. Highly recommended." — Library Journal Also available in The Francine Rivers Historical Collection (e-book only).

19世紀アパラチアを舞台に、フランシン・リバースは「罪」という目に見えない重圧を伝承を通して鮮烈に描きます。少女カディの魂の彷徨は、人間の根源的な罪悪感と救済への渇望を浮き彫りにします。比喩に満ちた情熱的な筆致は、読者に「真の赦し」という究極の問いを突きつけるのです。 実写版は神秘的な空気感を見事に視覚化していますが、原作の魅力はカディの繊細な心理描写にあります。映像が放つ儀式の迫力に対し、テキストは読者自身の内省を促す深い沈黙を強います。両メディアに触れることで、孤独と救済のドラマが重なり合い、物語の神髄がより鮮やかに胸に迫ります。