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Review Date: 5/12/2006
From the Back Cover: "In a race against time, CIA agents and Soviet leaders scramble for the ultimate weapon - psychic power. Locked into the international intrigue is computer genius Ken Inman whose goal to contact mysterious entities turns into a nightmare when the Archons attempt to take over his mind.
Famed journalist Carla Bertelli becomes a key player in a psychic war that could destroy the world as she goes behind the scenes to discover the truth. Torn between her love for Ken and her contempt for Christianity, one question continues to plague her: Are the Archons the benevolent higher beings they claim to be, or are they demonic forces?
Bestselling author Dave Hunt presents a gripping dramatization of the reality of spiritual warfare in our New Age world." 332 pages, 20 chapters.
Some text from the book to help you decide: "Such thoughts gave Viktor little comfort and much concern. Nevertheless, under the mesmerizing effect of the throbbing engines and despite the apprehensions churning inside him, he dozed off at last from sheer exhaustion. Almost immediately, it seemed, someone was gripping his shoulder and shaking him. With great effort, he groped his way out of a labyrinth of unconsciousness and back to the present. At last his startled eyes focused upon the unwelcome figure of Colonel Chernov, now occupying the seat beside him."
Famed journalist Carla Bertelli becomes a key player in a psychic war that could destroy the world as she goes behind the scenes to discover the truth. Torn between her love for Ken and her contempt for Christianity, one question continues to plague her: Are the Archons the benevolent higher beings they claim to be, or are they demonic forces?
Bestselling author Dave Hunt presents a gripping dramatization of the reality of spiritual warfare in our New Age world." 332 pages, 20 chapters.
Some text from the book to help you decide: "Such thoughts gave Viktor little comfort and much concern. Nevertheless, under the mesmerizing effect of the throbbing engines and despite the apprehensions churning inside him, he dozed off at last from sheer exhaustion. Almost immediately, it seemed, someone was gripping his shoulder and shaking him. With great effort, he groped his way out of a labyrinth of unconsciousness and back to the present. At last his startled eyes focused upon the unwelcome figure of Colonel Chernov, now occupying the seat beside him."
Arthur and the Invisibles: Arthur and the Minimoys / Arthur and the Forbidden City (Arthur, Bks 1-2)
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Book Type: Paperback
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Book Type: Paperback
6
Review Date: 1/9/2010
There are 2 stories in this book. In the 2nd story, Arthur is trying to propose to Selenia. This was one of my son's favorite parts of the story. He's 7 and I got this book for him, and he loves it. He even puts it 1st in his top 10 books for last year - and he loves to read. This book is imaginative and fresh, and highly recommended for young readers.
Review Date: 5/18/2006
427 pages, 38 chapters. Medium-sized print. Includes submarine drawings, a map, a Prologue, countless favorable reviews, and some "transmissions" and "emails" that are part of the story.
Review Date: 5/10/2006
From the back cover: "The Big Sky is the first of A.B. Guthrie's epic adventure novels of America's vast frontier. It is a story as great as the land that inspired it, sweeping westward from Kentucky, up the Missouri River into Indian Country. Towering above the novel is Guthrie's unforgettable hero. Boone Caudill, a true mountain man driven by a raging hunger for life and a longing for the blue sky and brown earth of the big, wild places. A legend before he turns 20, Boone becomes a powerful White Savage, an untamed life force that only one woman, the beautiful daughter of a Blackfoot chief, would dare to love. It is this magnificent spirit that Guthrie celebrates with his vivid storytelling - the glory of the bigness, the wildness, the freedom and the undying dream of the West."
367 pages.
This book was a hand-me-down from my brother, and it's not really my genre. Since I haven't read it, I'll offer only the impressions and facts I have gained from a brief examination. Reading the excerpt in the front, the author's language appears very descriptive and allows the reader to stand with the character and look out upon the vast wilderness with him. Wallace Stegner wrote the forward, and describes "The Big Sky" as the best of the three in this series. The book is divided into 5 parts, set from 1830 - 1843. There appears to be a lot of dialogue that reflects the accent/speaking style of the characters. For example, "It's all sp'iled, I reckon, Dick. The whole caboodle." (pg. 366) and "Beaver's sceerce." (pg. 364). There is cursing in the book, I found from just flipping through. I hope these descriptions have helped in your decision, and thank you for trading!
367 pages.
This book was a hand-me-down from my brother, and it's not really my genre. Since I haven't read it, I'll offer only the impressions and facts I have gained from a brief examination. Reading the excerpt in the front, the author's language appears very descriptive and allows the reader to stand with the character and look out upon the vast wilderness with him. Wallace Stegner wrote the forward, and describes "The Big Sky" as the best of the three in this series. The book is divided into 5 parts, set from 1830 - 1843. There appears to be a lot of dialogue that reflects the accent/speaking style of the characters. For example, "It's all sp'iled, I reckon, Dick. The whole caboodle." (pg. 366) and "Beaver's sceerce." (pg. 364). There is cursing in the book, I found from just flipping through. I hope these descriptions have helped in your decision, and thank you for trading!
Review Date: 5/17/2006
Helpful Score: 2
From the back cover: "The McColley men love the land. They are rugged individualists who know what they want and go after it. They have no need for God or religion. Their grandfather, Alistair Angus McColley, taught them that only women and weaklings need religion. But that is about to change...
As the McColley family reunites to honor the late patriarch Alistair, Reba McColley - Alistair's devoutly spiritual daughter-in-law - visits the deepest, darkest parts of the family's souls where she hears sins never before confessed. On her journey, Reba learns how the bitter roots of generational sin have entrapped the lives of the ones she cares for most, including her husband, Donald.
By revealing these secret family confessions, the pain and suffering felt by the McColley family for generations starts to melt away, and the heart of this rugged Montana family begins to open up to God's healing in a way never thought possible."
223 pages, 14 chapters. Medium sized print.
As the McColley family reunites to honor the late patriarch Alistair, Reba McColley - Alistair's devoutly spiritual daughter-in-law - visits the deepest, darkest parts of the family's souls where she hears sins never before confessed. On her journey, Reba learns how the bitter roots of generational sin have entrapped the lives of the ones she cares for most, including her husband, Donald.
By revealing these secret family confessions, the pain and suffering felt by the McColley family for generations starts to melt away, and the heart of this rugged Montana family begins to open up to God's healing in a way never thought possible."
223 pages, 14 chapters. Medium sized print.
Review Date: 5/12/2006
From the back cover: "Ezra Riley's father, Johnny, had been one of the last of the real cowboys - a legend in his own time. And Ezra, his only son, couldn't live up to the legend. When he returns to the family ranch after his father's death, Ezra realizes that his own past failures still haunt him and begins to fight to redeem the past with the same unbending strength his father once had. As Ezra battles the elements of the rugged and unforgiving Montana land, he struggles to find the love and forgiveness he craves in this extraordinary novel of a man's coming of age.
In the tradition of Larry McMurtry, The Breaking of Ezra Riley brings to life the real West of the modern cowboy - the land, its rhythms, and its people." 266 pages, 10 long chapters.
In the tradition of Larry McMurtry, The Breaking of Ezra Riley brings to life the real West of the modern cowboy - the land, its rhythms, and its people." 266 pages, 10 long chapters.
Review Date: 5/18/2006
This book is filled with heart-warming, informative, well-written stories; funny comic strips by different artists; a few wonderful color photos; interesting author information.
Colorado Wings: Four Inspirational Love Stories With a Dash of Intrigue (Inspirational Romance Collections)
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Book Type: Paperback
52
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52
Review Date: 5/11/2006
Helpful Score: 1
From my Epinions review: "Breathtaking mountain views, luxurious hotels and resorts, famous biplanes, air shows, Victorian décor, and rustic outdoor scenes (just to name a few things) keep the ever-changing backgrounds of this book as vibrant and engaging as the characters and their plights. Whether its Brads red-hot attraction for CJ, Curts unrelenting (and sometimes comical) determination to protect Christy and win her heart, Eriks sometimes bungling but very endearing bid for Cheryls affection, or Nathans overwhelming love for Debbie, Im willing to bet that if youre a Christian romance fan, one of these heroes antics will win your admiration. The modern, independent and beautiful women of the book maintain the balance between powerful strength and feminine softness perfectly. When something is cliché, overdone, bland, boring or unrealistic, Ill tell you. This book was none of those, and combined with Alaska, won Tracie Peterson a rare spot amongst my favorite authors. Read it for the rush of warmth the romantic scenes can offer you, the exploration and strengthening of faith a Christian can glean from its pages, or simply the thrill aviation, mountains and mystery can bring you (or better still, all of the above). But if youve liked what youve read so far, by all means, pick up a copy, settle into a cockpit, Victorian divan, porch swing or easy chair and read it for a much-deserved Colorado-flavored treat."
Created to Be His Help Meet: Discover how God Can Make Your Marriage Glorious
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Book Type: Paperback
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123
Review Date: 2/24/2008
Helpful Score: 1
To call this book sexist is to call God sexist, because the Pearls outline principles found in the Bible. Some of it is hard to follow, because our natural human desire ISN'T to submit, obey and swallow our pride. We are like that from childhood. But a woman who is ready to give her life and heart to God and follow His biblical model for marriage can, using this book as a sort of modern guide to help navigate through our culture's language, myths, modern circumstances and expectations, find a glorious marriage on the other side. Just follow the saying "Eat the meat and spit out the bones." Use the Bible as your guide to whether she has the best advice or not in each situation. God Bless, and enjoy!
Review Date: 5/17/2006
From the back cover: "When web service is disrupted across the world, a new nation makes its presence known. Terrorists from a virtual country called CyberNation have taken the web hostage. Their demands: worldwide recognition and rights for their 'citizens.' Though there are millions of CyberNation sympathizers, Net Force rallies its troops for an all-out war on three fronts - politically, physically, and electronically - because dealing with terrorists is never an option..." 358 pages.
Review Date: 6/13/2006
A presentation of the story that is rich in Disney flavor and true to the original.
Review Date: 5/12/2006
From the back cover: "'How far are you going?' she asked him.
Instantly his face became a mask of apprehension. 'Oh, no you don't. Get that notion out of your head right now. I travel alone.'
Traveling with him had been the farthest thing from her mind until he said it; then, suddenly, the thought didn't sound that bad.
Their dogs took to each other right away. Too bad Nancy Bernard and Mark Brewster can't say the same for each other, because they need to work together to get across the country.
Mark's a juggler and a free spirit who wants to sell his first screenplay. Nancy's an earnest new Christian on a personal mission. Headed for California, they meet each other en route, in a frightening little town where they both run into misfortune. Although they take an instant dislike to each other, they decide to team up, since Mark has a car and Nancy has some money.
Mark's ancient Pacer takes them through unexpected, sometimes delightful, and often bizarre encounters on the road west - meetings with a gun runner, a motorcycle gang, a Native American artist, and a thief or two. But the most unexpected encounter Mark and Nancy have is with each other.
Driving Lessons is a wise, witty, and inspirational story of a journey into self-discovery, the surprises of life, and the mysteries of God's ways." 282 pages, 29 chapters.
You'll even love the dedication - it's hilarious.
Instantly his face became a mask of apprehension. 'Oh, no you don't. Get that notion out of your head right now. I travel alone.'
Traveling with him had been the farthest thing from her mind until he said it; then, suddenly, the thought didn't sound that bad.
Their dogs took to each other right away. Too bad Nancy Bernard and Mark Brewster can't say the same for each other, because they need to work together to get across the country.
Mark's a juggler and a free spirit who wants to sell his first screenplay. Nancy's an earnest new Christian on a personal mission. Headed for California, they meet each other en route, in a frightening little town where they both run into misfortune. Although they take an instant dislike to each other, they decide to team up, since Mark has a car and Nancy has some money.
Mark's ancient Pacer takes them through unexpected, sometimes delightful, and often bizarre encounters on the road west - meetings with a gun runner, a motorcycle gang, a Native American artist, and a thief or two. But the most unexpected encounter Mark and Nancy have is with each other.
Driving Lessons is a wise, witty, and inspirational story of a journey into self-discovery, the surprises of life, and the mysteries of God's ways." 282 pages, 29 chapters.
You'll even love the dedication - it's hilarious.
Review Date: 5/18/2006
This book includes a map and an author's note in the front. It's divided into 4 Parts, and includes many unique characters with very unique names.
Review Date: 5/24/2006
402 pages, 38 chapters. Medium-sized print.
Review Date: 5/17/2006
From the back cover: "Book Two in The Stonewycke Trilogy continues the sweeping, panoramic saga of three generations in the lives of an aristocratic Scottish family. After Maggie and Ian's secret marriage, they flee their beloved Stonewycke in peril of their lives.
The young, robust new country across the ocean represents a whole new life for them. What will it mean? Will they truly be able to leave the past behind? Will Ian be cleared of the criminal charge against him?
Thus opens the second book by this talented writing team."
256 pages, 44 short chapters.
The young, robust new country across the ocean represents a whole new life for them. What will it mean? Will they truly be able to leave the past behind? Will Ian be cleared of the criminal charge against him?
Thus opens the second book by this talented writing team."
256 pages, 44 short chapters.
Review Date: 5/10/2006
Helpful Score: 3
From my review on Epinions:
Are you ready to branch out in your Christian reading?
If your answer is yes, perhaps Catherine Palmer's 356 pages of unique, thought-provoking writing is the perfect read for you. If you decide to join her in this adventure, get ready for a rocky road with lots of jarring bumps.
First, you'll join Julia, a 37-year-old stay-at-home mother whose husband has been a youth pastor for many years, but suddenly wonders if he should move his family from Santa Fe, NM to Wyoming so he can pastor a church. Julia's daughters, Jessica & Heather are both in their teens and always experiencing one drama or another. And Julia, who was a missionary kid in Africa from the age of 7 till she returned to the States to attend college, has just discovered she's pregnant again...with twins. Six months along (She didn't realize she was with child until she was at four months), in fact. As if all that's not enough, Julia gets a call from Don & Olive Mossman, her parents, telling her that her baby sister Debbie is in the hospital and has Anorexia. Debbie is 34 years old, single, and living in Bolivar, MO. She works as a buyer for a chain of clothing stores. Her parents, who have a strained relationship with their two oldest children, beg Julia to break the bad news to her younger brother Peter, a 36-year-old mailman who wants to be a painter. Unbeknownst to his parents and siblings, Peter's wife Maria recently left him, taking his baby son Angelo along with her. She never wants to speak to him again.
Now that you know everyone, I'll outline just a bit of the plot, for a taste. Julia & Peter decide to leave New Mexico and go to Missouri to be there for their sister. Debbie is in bad shape, in the latter stages of Anorexia. The three siblings reminisce in their time together at the hospital, and as they do, Peter's bitterness and anger toward his parents and their mission, Julia's resentment over always concentrating on others and never on herself, and Debbie's denial of her condition all come to a head. All three of the siblings feel they were abandoned in a sense, when their parents shipped them off to the horrors of boarding school every year. Peter also struggles with many doubts about his childhood faith, while Julia and Debbie still hold fast to theirs. A unique feature in this book is the large number of first person accounts of Africa and the work there, and you have a chance to experience adventures from the perspectives of all of the Mossman kids and one of the parents. The events and details immerse you so deeply and are so authentic and realistic, you'll truly feel transported to Africa to share the journey with them. Perhaps more remarkable is the fact that many of these recollections are seen through eyes of children, and Catherine portrays the inner workings of a child's mind perfectly.
Since I spent all of my teenage years traveling as a missionary kid with my family here in the U.S., I can offer you a testimony to this book's realism. The healing power of telling the truth and sharing your heart with your family, even when sometimes it brings pain, is a hard but important force to face. I personally loved my years as a missionary kid, meeting new people, seeing new places, winning souls to Christ, and having the time of my life. But my brothers and some of my closest missionary kid friends didn't share my love for the work. Like the Mossman kids, some of them resented the time and attention they lost because of the ministry. Missionary life is far from easy or comfortable. It requires many sacrifices, many hardships, and a ton of faith. It's truly a calling that the whole family has to answer to together, or else anger and bitterness will likely creep in at some point. In the "Acknowledgements" section at the end of the book, Catherine tells her readers that this was the book of her heart. Even though the characters and plot aren't real, it is a story decidedly inspired and fueled by her life, and the passion and fury that results makes for a very engaging read. So, grab a box of Kleenexes, the phone (in case you suddenly get the urge to share some long-buried feelings with someone you love), and "The Happy Room," and settle in for a story like none you've ever read before.
Are you ready to branch out in your Christian reading?
If your answer is yes, perhaps Catherine Palmer's 356 pages of unique, thought-provoking writing is the perfect read for you. If you decide to join her in this adventure, get ready for a rocky road with lots of jarring bumps.
First, you'll join Julia, a 37-year-old stay-at-home mother whose husband has been a youth pastor for many years, but suddenly wonders if he should move his family from Santa Fe, NM to Wyoming so he can pastor a church. Julia's daughters, Jessica & Heather are both in their teens and always experiencing one drama or another. And Julia, who was a missionary kid in Africa from the age of 7 till she returned to the States to attend college, has just discovered she's pregnant again...with twins. Six months along (She didn't realize she was with child until she was at four months), in fact. As if all that's not enough, Julia gets a call from Don & Olive Mossman, her parents, telling her that her baby sister Debbie is in the hospital and has Anorexia. Debbie is 34 years old, single, and living in Bolivar, MO. She works as a buyer for a chain of clothing stores. Her parents, who have a strained relationship with their two oldest children, beg Julia to break the bad news to her younger brother Peter, a 36-year-old mailman who wants to be a painter. Unbeknownst to his parents and siblings, Peter's wife Maria recently left him, taking his baby son Angelo along with her. She never wants to speak to him again.
Now that you know everyone, I'll outline just a bit of the plot, for a taste. Julia & Peter decide to leave New Mexico and go to Missouri to be there for their sister. Debbie is in bad shape, in the latter stages of Anorexia. The three siblings reminisce in their time together at the hospital, and as they do, Peter's bitterness and anger toward his parents and their mission, Julia's resentment over always concentrating on others and never on herself, and Debbie's denial of her condition all come to a head. All three of the siblings feel they were abandoned in a sense, when their parents shipped them off to the horrors of boarding school every year. Peter also struggles with many doubts about his childhood faith, while Julia and Debbie still hold fast to theirs. A unique feature in this book is the large number of first person accounts of Africa and the work there, and you have a chance to experience adventures from the perspectives of all of the Mossman kids and one of the parents. The events and details immerse you so deeply and are so authentic and realistic, you'll truly feel transported to Africa to share the journey with them. Perhaps more remarkable is the fact that many of these recollections are seen through eyes of children, and Catherine portrays the inner workings of a child's mind perfectly.
Since I spent all of my teenage years traveling as a missionary kid with my family here in the U.S., I can offer you a testimony to this book's realism. The healing power of telling the truth and sharing your heart with your family, even when sometimes it brings pain, is a hard but important force to face. I personally loved my years as a missionary kid, meeting new people, seeing new places, winning souls to Christ, and having the time of my life. But my brothers and some of my closest missionary kid friends didn't share my love for the work. Like the Mossman kids, some of them resented the time and attention they lost because of the ministry. Missionary life is far from easy or comfortable. It requires many sacrifices, many hardships, and a ton of faith. It's truly a calling that the whole family has to answer to together, or else anger and bitterness will likely creep in at some point. In the "Acknowledgements" section at the end of the book, Catherine tells her readers that this was the book of her heart. Even though the characters and plot aren't real, it is a story decidedly inspired and fueled by her life, and the passion and fury that results makes for a very engaging read. So, grab a box of Kleenexes, the phone (in case you suddenly get the urge to share some long-buried feelings with someone you love), and "The Happy Room," and settle in for a story like none you've ever read before.
Review Date: 5/10/2006
Helpful Score: 1
From the back cover: "This latest in the series of novels about Bruce MacAlister and his family opens up with a happy event-the wedding of Bruce's daughter, Mary Jean at Kelvingrove, her father's church in Glasgow. But as family and friends rejoice, they cannot know that for some of them this will be a final, precious time together on earth. Within just a few days, immense sorrow overshadows their lives once again.
Undeterred by the physical harm a tragic train wreck caused him, Bruce's adopted brother, Jeremy Ward, seeks to provide a haven for the helpless. But suddenly a noble family challenges the MacAlisters' right to Mains farm.
Will this faithful Scottish family fight for the land, even if it means taking on the whole community?"
To aid the reader, the author includes a list of Scottish words and phrases in the beginning of the book. 214 pages, 31 chapters.
Undeterred by the physical harm a tragic train wreck caused him, Bruce's adopted brother, Jeremy Ward, seeks to provide a haven for the helpless. But suddenly a noble family challenges the MacAlisters' right to Mains farm.
Will this faithful Scottish family fight for the land, even if it means taking on the whole community?"
To aid the reader, the author includes a list of Scottish words and phrases in the beginning of the book. 214 pages, 31 chapters.
Review Date: 5/18/2006
I've read this book twice and loved it both times! Hannah irritates me at first, but I understand where she's coming from and she grows on me. She has a lot of spunk, as evidenced by her frequent beating up of anyone she thinks is threatening her. My favorite scene includes this: "His hair was pulled back and held away from his face in the same manner the Cheyennes had worn theirs. He looked magnificent and powerful."
The only complaint I had was about the ending - it wasn't as dramatic as I would have expected. But overall, a delightful book with 2 interesting backstories and intriguing characters throughout. A quick, easy, pleasant read. 170 pages, small print.
The only complaint I had was about the ending - it wasn't as dramatic as I would have expected. But overall, a delightful book with 2 interesting backstories and intriguing characters throughout. A quick, easy, pleasant read. 170 pages, small print.
Review Date: 5/10/2006
From the back cover: "The stunning climax to an ongoing story...
a heart-stirring tale in its own right...
a Christian novel of unusual imagination and power...
Who is the high Lord of Lystra?
It could be Roman, the half-breed soldier whose courage and love have won him a wife and a kingdom. Or Deidre, his spirited, headstrong wife. Or the humbug sorcerer Tremelaine...the smoothly treacherous Troyce...the loyal, insecure Basil...the stubbornly amorous Caspar-any of a dozen fascinating characters who people this book.
But Robin Hardy fans already know there will never be but one High Lord in Lystra. And this book-with all its humor, its romance, its high adventure-is above all a thrilling testimony to His never failing power and goodness."
a heart-stirring tale in its own right...
a Christian novel of unusual imagination and power...
Who is the high Lord of Lystra?
It could be Roman, the half-breed soldier whose courage and love have won him a wife and a kingdom. Or Deidre, his spirited, headstrong wife. Or the humbug sorcerer Tremelaine...the smoothly treacherous Troyce...the loyal, insecure Basil...the stubbornly amorous Caspar-any of a dozen fascinating characters who people this book.
But Robin Hardy fans already know there will never be but one High Lord in Lystra. And this book-with all its humor, its romance, its high adventure-is above all a thrilling testimony to His never failing power and goodness."
Review Date: 5/10/2006
From the back cover: "Clint Backer is second in command of the Wolves, 200 outlaw bikers on Harley Davidsons in the 1960s. Bitterly alienated from his mother and step-father, trying desperately to keep his younger brother Colt from self-destructing with drugs and violence, he sometimes wonders if the life he has chosen is a bad trip to the "stone hotel" or even to death. Yet, his fellow bikers seem to be the only ones who care at all about him or his brother.
When Backer finds himself face-to-face with a power greater than that of the Wolves-Divine Love-his life is transformed. As he stalks dark streets to reach out to others, he sees the miracle of forgiveness change many of society's outcasts.
The new road he rides leads him into an inevitable confrontation with his former comrades, but at what cost?
A dynamic novel of the Light that can come to death-bound rebels without a cause, a picture of us all." 221 pages. 16 chapters.
When Backer finds himself face-to-face with a power greater than that of the Wolves-Divine Love-his life is transformed. As he stalks dark streets to reach out to others, he sees the miracle of forgiveness change many of society's outcasts.
The new road he rides leads him into an inevitable confrontation with his former comrades, but at what cost?
A dynamic novel of the Light that can come to death-bound rebels without a cause, a picture of us all." 221 pages. 16 chapters.
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