Grace in Strange Disguise

Note to readers • Our worldview is how we make sense of the world. It’s like a pair of glasses through which we view, and more importantly, interpret the world. Worldview is formed by our past experiences, the things we’re taught by parents, schools and life in general. It is also strongly influenced by our culture and the time in which we live. • The job of a novelist is to show you the worldview of the characters in the book whether it be ‘humanist’ or ‘Hindu’ or ‘communist’ or, in this book, Christian. If you’re not a Christian the views expressed by the characters might appear strange BUT it’s a great opportunity. Why? Because Esther’s story allows you, if you’re not yet a follower of Jesus, to stand outside and see things from a perspective totally different to your own. It also allows you to see how Esther’s worldview changes. Is her new view consistent and does it make sense of the challenges in her life? • Please note that this novel is based in 1995. Mobile phones were not commonly used back then. Hence, the use of phones and pagers (in hospitals), rather than mobile phones. Also, letters and notes, rather than email or messaging. • Since this is an Australian novel, the spelling and grammar mostly follows Australian conventions.