The Magnet is such a great book! I started reading it thinking it would be about the day-to-day life of a large-animal vet. This book is so much more than that. It's about life, love, loss, heartache, and finding faith in God.
Mary Ashby McDonald had a rough childhood, went to Virginia Tech to be a veterinarian after she was married and had kids, and discovered God loves her. You will laugh, cry, and sympathize with McDonald. She tells her story in a no-holds-barred kind of way. Her storytelling will draw you in; her words will keep you turning the pages. And at the end of the book, you'll find hope.
McDonald's stories showcase her love for animals. From her growing up years, to her missions trips, to her job as a veterinarian, animals have always been a big part of her life.
My favorite parts of the book are where she talked of her missionary vet trips, the Magnet chapter, for which the book it titled, and the overall message of the book. As stated on the back cover, "McDonald points the reader to a "Magnet" who collects the deadly remainders from our pasts, leading to the healing of our own hearts."
The Magnet is McDonald's touching journey and a must read for anyone who loves animal stories, struggles with childhood sexual abuse, or needs to know there's still hope.
https://www.amazon.com/Magnet-Large-Animal-Veterinarians-Journey-ebook/dp/B076HYTYYM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522019746&sr=8-1&keywords=the+magnet+mary+ashby+mcdonald
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