The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell. https://marydoriarussell.net/novels/the-sparrow/ https://marydoriarussell.net/novels/the-sparrow/ Almost didn't finish it.

The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell. https://marydoriarussell.net/novels/the-sparrow/ https://marydoriarussell.net/novels/the-sparrow/ Almost didn't finish it. Whatever your feelings on religion are, it's a fascinating and heartbreaking exploration of how far a man can be pushed before he loses faith in his god.