I was surprised (pun intended) that this book was one I couldn’t put down. The author’s only son was convicted of first degree murder and was sentenced to life without parole which she describes in another book called When I Lay My Isaac Down. This book has 8 chapters in which she shares stories of how she has been surprised by faith, mercy, contentment, thanksgiving, favor, joy, freedom and adventure. Kent also weaves in other people’s stories that fit those categories. I laughed and cried. I gave my family an extra hug. This book is available on Acorn’s shelf.