Faith, Power, and Change in 1950s Congo
A simple historical blog about the world behind the novel. It can explain how the Congo was changing, why missionaries were there, and why the story becomes more tense as independence nears.
The Woman at the Heart of the Story: Meet Eva Dunagan
A character-focused blog about Eva’s courage, flaws, doubts, and growth. This post can invite readers into her emotional journey before they begin the book.
Why If the Rains Don’t Cleanse Still Matters Today
A short piece about why Eva’s story speaks to modern readers. It can explore faith, service, cultural humility, and the danger of thinking good intentions are always enough.