My latest review is of the book, "He Numbered the Pores on my Face" written by Scarlet Hiltibidal. I had never heard of Scarlet until I saw her book release for "Afraid of All the Things". Afraid of All the Things is Scarlet's book written about her struggle with Fear. Once I saw what the book was about, I had to read it. I loved Afraid of All the Things, so I wanted to read Scarlet's new book too.
He Numbered the Pores on my Face is about Scarlet's teen years (middle school). She wrote this book for middle school girls (parents too) to point them to God and the Gospel. Scarlet shares very personal stories in this book. She talks about beauty, dating, insecurities, eating disorders, and much more. Scarlet's ability to remember the small details of her middle school years is amazing. It made me think of my own middle school years and how insecure I was.
The best thing about this book is that Scarlet makes sure to share the truth of the Bible and how girls/women can apply it. Yes, it is easier said than done, but it is what girls will need to do if they want to experience true freedom from the things that plague them in their younger years. Girls/women are adored and given value, not because of their popularity, beauty, clothes, boyfriends, etc., but because Jesus values them.
I highly recommend this book for middle school girls and their moms. Actually any woman can read this book and find it meaningful and helpful. I have become a fan of Scarlet. I love the way she always points her readers back to God and the Gospel.
I was given this book from B&H Publishing, and I in turn agreed to write this review.
