Friendship is one of life's most delightful blessings, and also one of the most difficult hurts to recover from when the relationship implodes. This book is so necessary in today's culture, which tells us to sever ties when people hurt and/or offend us. Instead, Elizabeth delicately points us toward a compass that guides us on a different course. One that offers hope. There are plenty of other books about friendship in the marketplace, but this is the first one I've read that really speaks to my deepest struggles. My favorite aspect of Elizabeth's book is her willingness to go first. She's relatable and empathetic because she leads with her own struggles in this area, which is super brave, and makes the subsequent message of forgiveness more palatable. It takes courage to pursue healing and let go of those lingering grudges which aren't serving us well.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the complimentary copy. Opinions shared here are my own.

If I could make it so that no one ever needed this book, I would. If I could somehow make sure that everyone who needs this book has a copy to underline and return to, I would. And if I could give this book more than five stars, I would.

But since I can't, I'll simply say this is not only a much-needed message -- it's thoughtfully written, both honest and encouraging, challenging and comforting. I can only imagine that it was a difficult book to write, but in doing so, Thompson has offered a kind, gentle, heartbreaking but hope-full gift to readers.

Whether we want to admit it or not, we have all had mishaps and misunderstandings when it comes to friendships and sometimes the sad reality of a friendship falling apart. In Elizabeth Laing Thompson's newest book When Friendship Falls Apart, she tackles a sensitive topic weaving narrative, humor, honesty, and Biblical wisdom together to remind readers there is hope for those of us hurting, healing for any bitterness and healthy ways to enter into vulnerable friendships again.

Having suffered from a broken friendship which I have not completely healed from, it is very easy for a person to just tell you to move on and forget about the person and find another person to fill the gap.

I had to stop reading and take time to process what I just read, everything the author wrote in this book is completely realistic!! With this new instilled confidence this book has given me, I am ready to put myself out there, to let go of the hurt, the guilt and just do me.

God is with me even when no one else is (Psalm 27:10)

Ratings:(5stars)

I received a free copy of this and this review is entirely my own.
I found this book helpful and a good read especially when you are trying to navigate hurts and disappointments in friendships.
It is one i would recommend to friends

"When a Friendship Falls Apart: Finding God's Path for Healing, Forgiveness, and (Maybe) Help Letting Go" by Elizabeth Laing Thompson

5🌟/5🌟

This is one of those books I hope you never have to read, but if you do find yourself with a friendship falling apart, this is the one you want to read. It willl heal your very soul when you grieve the loss of a beloved friendship. There were so many pearls of wisdom. I wish this book had been available years ago, but I am so thankful to have it now.

@Elizabethlaingthompson and her writings come across as incredibly genuine, honest, and heartfelt. I knew she understood how I've felt when facing friendship challenges and I could trust her insights.

Sometimes I find these types of books as excessively wordy and superfluous in an attempt to come across as deep and thoughtful. That isn't the case with Elizabeth. I really felt her prayers and heart in this book.

Her stories and metaphors were well thought out and relevant to the message she was communicating. Her use of faith and Scripture provided hope and comfort.

Highly recommend this one! Thanks Tyndale for the early digital copy. I recommend you pre-order this one, its available October 17.

Since I highlighted so many passages from this book, I thought I'd share my top ones.

"I don't want to be stuck in this place, mourning this friendship--and missing this friend--forever."

"It's a lonely loss, a private grief, like a divorce no one can see. No one's going to send cards or flowers. Hallmark doesn't make a Friendship Breakup sympathy card; churches don't offer Friendship Loss Support Groups. It's not something we can announce on social media, seeking emotional support or prayers."

"Losing a friendship is an invisible heart-wound, a quiet bleed. Left untreated, it can be a silent killer."

"I'm not sure which evil Satan finds more delightful: tearing friends apart, or using the aftermath either to cripple us with insecurity and shame or to shackle us with chains of bitterness and cynicism."

I appreciated the advanced reader copy from NetGalley. This is a book I will keep on hand to look back on-lots of good ideas in it.

Such an impactful book. Just what I needed at this time in my life. There were many reminders of key things I knew and principles I hold dear. Much to prayerfully consider in coming months.