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“Rarely have I picked up any book and read
it in one night. The Life of a Lily captured me and wouldn't let go.
This triumphant story proves that no matter what happens on life's
journey, divine strength can challenge it and win. This uncovering of
one of God's precious children was emotional, shocking, and most of all
inspiring. When you think life's trials have defeated you, pick up your
copy of The Life of a Lily. It will prove that the Lord will make a way
somehow. I look forward to enjoying Lily's future work. Thank you for
inspiring!!!!”
--Author Reginald Lee Hameth of
Pink Shorts
A gift only God can give
Lily L. Ratliff's autobiography is an open
revelation of her life, and a personal account of all the mishaps God
brought her through. She takes readers from her precipice, to her
understanding of the things God bore for her, while she gained the
strength to carry them herself. She shares questions which will produce
painful answers from mistreated and misguided individuals. 'Are you a
victim of the foster system, or adopted and want to know, why me? Can
there ever be life after abuse or abandonment?'
Most people need a catalyst to help direct them
toward deliverance and THE LIFE OF A LILY may be that springboard. One
of Lily's co-workers says "This book is a balm to the soul, and the
sadness of this poignant autobiography is balanced with the joy of
God's love and her personal successes". The sharing is, at times,
spellbinding and, at times heartbreaking, but at all times, uplifting.
Through all of Lily's adversities, she found the power to laugh, not in
spite of her difficulties, but because she knew she had a Deliverer.
And finally, more than anything else, she knew God had a plan for her
life.
THE LIFE OF A LILY is for women and men who have
been hurt, abused and battered, and also for the countless children who
have no hope of being loved and wanted. Lily has been there many times,
and she hopes, because of her testimony, victims can awaken, overcome
and feast on the joy of the Lord; This story reaches out to you.
--Reviewed by Ann
Brown, RAWSISTAZ.com
“Good Personal Story.”
--Pam Perry
“I will be to Israel like the water on the
grass in the early morning. He will grow like the lily, and have roots
like the cedars of Lebanon.” Hosea 14:5
When God spoke these words to the prophet Hosea,
He had a plan… just as He had a plan centuries later when young
Lily Ratliff was born ‘like a lily among the thorns’
(Solomon 2:2). In spite of her challenging beginnings, the Lily of this
story grows like the beautiful flower frequently mentioned in
God’s Word.The Life of a Lily is a tender story – not your
typical autobiography. She not only chronicles the events of her life
from its harsh beginnings, but Lily tells a fragrant story of a lovely
flower that blossoms from a small bulb. While her name was chosen by
heritage, it is no coincidence that her life was chosen by God. In The
Life of a Lily, we learn through her testimony that meek beginnings
produce fruitful, bountiful blessings.
Reviewed by: Phyllis M. Kusi,
Booking Matters Reviewer
Amazon: 5
APOOO: 5+
Truly Amazing!
The Life of a Lily by Lily L. Ratliff is a must
read! There is a certain sadness and awareness that the writer
approached, caressed and owned in penning this story of her life. Meet
Lily the product of two people who did not know how to love or take
care of each other. Once Lily’s mother felt abandoned by the love
of her life, she no longer cared if her baby lived or died. Born into
this world prematurely, at three pounds, Lily proved to be a fighter
from the very beginning and she has shown over time that she is indeed
here for a reason.
I read this short autobiography in one sitting;
where I found myself laughing, crying, concerned and full of every
emotion possible. This is not a book for the weak at heart, because you
will be forced to feel and walk in Lily’s shoes as she candidly
talks about her childhood. Where she fights for attention from her
mother, not knowing her father and worshipping her grandparents. Ms.
Ratliff has bared her soul and has come out on top after the grueling
ordeal that she faced growing up, she was able to repair herself
mentally and physically.
She is a breath of fresh air-- here to let you
know that you are not alone no matter how you feel. That you can not
let anyone guide you, destroy you, or kill your dreams because when you
are at your lowest all you have to do is call out to God and he is
always on time. I recommend this book to readers of all genres! And I
look forward to reading more from Ms. Ratliff in the near future!
Reviewed by: Cheryl H, APOOO
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