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(4) YA Because her mom is a minister, Natalie Shelton holds herself to high standards. Called to a pulpit in L.A., the Sheltons make compromises, even moral ones. When Natalie befriends a celebutante, she learns the true definitions of faith and goodness. While it's refreshing to see a well-rounded Christian protagonist, the otherwise flat characterizations--and excessive brand-name-dropping--take some shine off the story.

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