American Leftovers: Surviving Family, Religion, and the American Dream
Apr 2023 · Chalice Press
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American Leftovers is the story of Heidi, Eric, and Shaun, three children who follow their parents through eastern Europe on Bible-smuggling adventures in the early 1970s. When they return to the States, they face third-culture questions of home and identity. They also deal with sexual situations and abuse, while settling into an evangelical bubble with their parents who pastor a fast-growing church. Everything collapses when their father runs off with an eighteen-year-old girl, leaving behind his family and church. This forces Heidi, Eric, and Shaun to reconcile their own spiritual fervor with the lies and dysfunction so close to home.
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Melissa Dahl
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February 20, 2024
Incredible open honest book about 3 kids growing up in a faith filled home with all the imperfections life bares. Thank you Eric Heidi and Shaun for your courage and honesty. I feel so moved in my own faith reading your story and can relate to so many struggles you've had. Hard to believe our lives were connected at Life, COTW and Burbank HS so many years ago! Blessings and continued healing to you all
About the author
Heidi Wilson holds a bachelor’s degree from Life Pacific University, and a Master's in counseling psychology from Northwest University. Heidi lives in Eureka CA.
Shaun Wilson has a bachelor’s degree in pastoral care and counseling and has earned a mastery in TOEFL from University of Arizona. Shaun currently resides in Brentwood CA.
Eric Wilson is a New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold over 600,000 copies. Eric lives in Nashville, TN.
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