Back
    Cover of Ask Again, Yes

    Ask Again, Yes

    by Mary Beth Keane

    Read if you're interested in forgiveness, family, or books for adult.

    Buy on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
    6.8
    VerdictRead with discernment
    Loading your rating…
    Book Summary

    Ask Again, Yes chronicles the decades-long relationship between two neighboring suburban families whose lives are upended by a violent tragedy rooted in untreated mental illness. As the children of both families grow and fall in love, they must navigate the scars of trauma, addiction, and estrangement to find true healing.

    ALIGNMYREAD RECOMMENDATION
    “Recommended for mature adult Christian readers who appreciate character-driven literary fiction exploring deep human brokenness, grace, and generational forgiveness.”
    Biblical alignment
    • —Deeply moving exploration of forgiveness, mercy, and the choice to love despite devastating past hurt.
    • —Treats mental illness and its impact on marriages and children with nuance and empathy.
    • —Celebrates long-term commitment, sacrificial family love, and the possibility of redemption after profound brokenness.
    Areas of concern
    • —Contains strong language and vulgarity throughout the novel.
    • —Features a traumatic depiction of domestic violence involving a firearm.
    • —Includes secular portrayals of premarital sexuality, substance abuse, and moral ambiguity.
    A little curiosity can bring people a lot closer — 2,400+ conversation starters for real connection. Out & Back, betterconversations.app
    Written for
    Discussion

    Reader comments

    Sign in to leave a comment.

    Loading…