Helpful Score: 2
Divine Appointments is a relevant and thought provoking look at the issues many people face today. Economic downturns, job loss, as well as loneliness and second chances.
Meet Josie Brooks, one of the most self-assured and strong personalities I've ever 'met'. At the age of forty-seven, she thought she was leading an enviable single life. A successful consultant, she calls her own shots, goes where the money is, and never needs to compromise.
Enter Barb DeWitt, selfless encourager with a good word to say about everyone, including Josie Brooks.
My favorite character...
Barb DeWitt. With a selfless and an encouraging attitude, I couldn't help but love her to pieces. Struggling against bitterness and the unknown, she's always putting someone else's feelings first.
Her motto:
Helping others was always the best way to help herself... a motto I want to apply to my own life. What a wonderful way to look at things! Imagine what could be if more people would put this into practice.
My least favorite character...
Josie Brooks. Throughout the book, I had a difficult time getting past her selfish disdain for the feelings of others. Being a very sensitive person, I found it very tough to understand or connect with her. Near the end of the book, I had almost reconciled myself to her ever-so-slowly changing attitude.
I wish...
the author would have explored Barb's faith a little more in depth. Why did she love God so much? Why did she look at life in an encouraging attitude? Perhaps delved into the life of Barb a little more than Josie Brooks.
All in all, Ms. Baumbich is an extremely good writer and gives much detail to her characters and their personalities, which I did enjoy.
Meet Josie Brooks, one of the most self-assured and strong personalities I've ever 'met'. At the age of forty-seven, she thought she was leading an enviable single life. A successful consultant, she calls her own shots, goes where the money is, and never needs to compromise.
Enter Barb DeWitt, selfless encourager with a good word to say about everyone, including Josie Brooks.
My favorite character...
Barb DeWitt. With a selfless and an encouraging attitude, I couldn't help but love her to pieces. Struggling against bitterness and the unknown, she's always putting someone else's feelings first.
Her motto:
Helping others was always the best way to help herself... a motto I want to apply to my own life. What a wonderful way to look at things! Imagine what could be if more people would put this into practice.
My least favorite character...
Josie Brooks. Throughout the book, I had a difficult time getting past her selfish disdain for the feelings of others. Being a very sensitive person, I found it very tough to understand or connect with her. Near the end of the book, I had almost reconciled myself to her ever-so-slowly changing attitude.
I wish...
the author would have explored Barb's faith a little more in depth. Why did she love God so much? Why did she look at life in an encouraging attitude? Perhaps delved into the life of Barb a little more than Josie Brooks.
All in all, Ms. Baumbich is an extremely good writer and gives much detail to her characters and their personalities, which I did enjoy.
Helpful Score: 1
Although the main character in this book is Josie Brooks, this book also covers several different co-workers at Diamond Mutual. Each chapter is focused on each of the characters and the stories dont really intertwine until mid-book. I mention this, because I wasnt sure where this book was going at first. It was a lot of background that some authors would probably lessen the amount of time devoted to it.
Any corporate employee would enjoy this book. Based around a company downsizing and how each character is affected, it speaks to all workers at any level. The main thing it reminds you of is that you never know what is your divine plan. It shows that in an instant life can change and you have to deal with the changes. The story line is positive and reminds you that you can have a second chance no matter what your history.
I was kind of disappointed by the ending of the book, which seemed like it was rushed to wrap up the story. Also, one character, Marsha, had portion of her book in progress within the book. I didnt understand the meaning of including this, and in my opinion, could have been left out.
All in all, this is a good book and great to get away with.
Any corporate employee would enjoy this book. Based around a company downsizing and how each character is affected, it speaks to all workers at any level. The main thing it reminds you of is that you never know what is your divine plan. It shows that in an instant life can change and you have to deal with the changes. The story line is positive and reminds you that you can have a second chance no matter what your history.
I was kind of disappointed by the ending of the book, which seemed like it was rushed to wrap up the story. Also, one character, Marsha, had portion of her book in progress within the book. I didnt understand the meaning of including this, and in my opinion, could have been left out.
All in all, this is a good book and great to get away with.
