It's not news; everyone and their mother has read The Sparrow. But if you are not everyone or someone's mother, this book is terrific. Mary Doria Russell explores religious faith, love, extra-terrestrial life (??!!) -- and short-changes nothing. It had particular resonance for me, as I explore my own spirituality and how I choose to manifest it. I can't recommend this book highly enough. The only thing is, make sure you have a supply of tissues on hand. I read this on the plane, and well...let's just say it wasn't pretty.
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