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Frederick: A Story of Boundless Hope Paperback – September 23, 2014

by Frederick Ndabaramiye (Author), Amy Parker (Author)

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“My God won’t let me do that.”

These seven words of boundless hope would irreversibly change the life of the teenage boy who spoke them.

On April 7, 1994 the life of Frederick Ndabaramiye and his family changed forever as the Rwandan genocide erupted in their homeland. When Frederick faced those same genocidaires a few years later, he noted the machete that hung from the right hand closest to him and wondered if his would soon be added to the layers of dried blood that clung to the blade. Either way, young Frederick knew that he wouldn’t be able to carry out the orders just given to him, to raise that blade against the other passengers of the bus, regardless of the race marked on their identity cards.

That bold decision would cause Frederick to lose his hands. But what the killers meant for harm, God intended for good. The cords that bound him served as a tourniquet, saving his life when his hands were hacked away. This new disability eventually fueled Frederick’s passion to show the world that disabilities do not have to stop you from living a life of undeniable purpose. From that passion, the Ubumwe Community Center was born, where "people like me" come to discover their own purposes and abilities despite their circumstances.

Through miraculous mercy and divine appointment, Frederick forgives those who harmed him and goes on to fully grasp his God-given mission. In this extraordinary true story of forgiveness, faith, and hope, you will be challenged, convicted, and forever converted to a believer of the impossible.

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208 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Thomas Nelson
Publication date

September 23, 2014
Dimensions

5.5 x 0.63 x 8.5 inches
ISBN-10

0718031407
ISBN-13

978-0718031404
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Amy Parker’s children’s books have sold more than a million copies, including two Christian Retailing’s Best award-winning books and the bestselling books A Night Night Prayer; Night Night, Farm; and Night Night, Train. Visit Amy at www.amyparkerbooks.com and on Instagram @amyparkerbooks and Facebook @amyparkerauthor.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas Nelson; ITPE edition (September 23, 2014)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0718031407
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0718031404
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.63 x 8.5 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #5,027,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,568 in New Testament Biographies
- #10,164 in General History of Religion
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Amy Parker has written more than sixty books for children, teens, and adults, including the best-selling A Night Night Prayer, Thank You, God, for Mommy, and Thank You, God, for Daddy. She has collaborated with authors ranging from New York Times bestsellers to her very own son. Two of these collaborations—Firebird and Courageous Teens—are recipients of Christian Retailing’s Best Awards. But Amy’s greatest reward is being a wife to Daniel and a mom to their amazing sons, Michael and Ethan.

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Linda T.

and a little good luck can work miracles

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2015

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This is the story of survival and triumph by a young Rwandan caught in the aftermath of the genocide. I met Mr. Ndabaramiye at the Community Center he and his colleague developed near the Congo border to provide education, training, and social acceptance for disabled children and young adults that otherwise would be outcasts from society. It may not be a literary masterpiece but it is the truth of his life and accomplishments, and a moving and uplifting book. His story will give you a glimpse into how faith, determination, and a little good luck can work miracles.

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Bruce

Wow!

Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2020

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Tremendous story of perseverance, gumption, forgiveness, vision.....
Chronicles best and worst of human behavior.
Definitly should be read by everyone.

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Pamela L. Albert

Inspiring

Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2018

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Rwandans epitomize forgiveness. They are the most joyful, loving people I have ever met. Frederick's story is Rwanda's story. I recently traveled to Rwanda with World Dance for Humanity. We support over 9,000 Rwandans. Imana Ishmwe! Beautiful Rwanda!

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Carol Verrastro

we can become better, more caring and understanding versions of ourselves

Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2014

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After being witness to and a victim of the atrocities in Rwanda, Frederick has grown from a young boy of unwavering faith into a remarkable man with an exceptional ability to forgive. Amy and Frederick have documented this journey giving us a glimpse of pain and suffering of this small nation in the 1990s and Frederick’s visions and actions for brighter tomorrows for all Rwandans.
I encourage everyone to read the account of Frederick’s life…so far. While we all cannot be Frederick, following his example, we can become better, more caring and understanding versions of ourselves.
I eagerly await to see what Frederick does next, because I know that he isn’t finished yet!

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Stella A.

A wonderful, inspiring true story.

Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2015

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This is a wonderful true story about unbelievable tragedy during the genocide in Rwanda, and about survival and the ability to forgive and to bloom, with God's guidance. Frederick has not only accomplished these things, but is helping others to do this, also.

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cglory

Product arrived promptly and in fine condition.

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2019

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The book itself arrived in fine condition and was as advertised. The story was good but too simplified.

Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2015

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Frederick...The bravest of souls. Such a Remarkable story that everyone should hear. One I will never forget. I bought this book for nearly all my friends and family, including my teenage daughter.

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B. Lindsay

Excellent. A motivating story about a fine young man ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2014

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Excellent. A motivating story about a fine young man who is an inspiration to all of us.

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