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Review Date: 10/14/2010
Helpful Score: 2
A very powerful and heartfelt book - loved every page and could barely put it down. If you are an animal lover, you will relate to each emotion and truth Mia teaches Laura. As a Christian, the lessons Laura learned through Mia, encouraged me and helped me dig deep in my own life.
A wonderful story of 2 lost souls that God so cleverly brings together - it's a toss up who benefited the most.
Highly recommend! In fact, I am looking for more copies to give as gifts to other loved ones.
A wonderful story of 2 lost souls that God so cleverly brings together - it's a toss up who benefited the most.
Highly recommend! In fact, I am looking for more copies to give as gifts to other loved ones.
Review Date: 12/8/2012
Helpful Score: 1
I would give this TEN (10) stars if possible.
I love to read and have read hundreds of books. Rarely does a book touch me the way this story did. Holmes does an amazing job describing emotions and scenes to make one feel they are IN that spot, feeling those emotions.
The story is difficult - yet hauntingly beautiful. The REAL love shown in this story is almost beyond comprehension - oh that we all could love in such an unselfish way. What a beautiful world we would live in!
The story of a single mother and her young daughter - back home under difficult circumstances. It is a must for anyone that enjoys a beautiful love - true, agape love - story.
I love to read and have read hundreds of books. Rarely does a book touch me the way this story did. Holmes does an amazing job describing emotions and scenes to make one feel they are IN that spot, feeling those emotions.
The story is difficult - yet hauntingly beautiful. The REAL love shown in this story is almost beyond comprehension - oh that we all could love in such an unselfish way. What a beautiful world we would live in!
The story of a single mother and her young daughter - back home under difficult circumstances. It is a must for anyone that enjoys a beautiful love - true, agape love - story.
Review Date: 3/31/2010
Helpful Score: 1
Fantastic book that captured me from the first paragraph. Charles Martin has a unique way of writing that seems so simple, yet makes me feel like I'm right there living the story. This story will make you cry and ask yourself "what would I do?" Highly recommend this book!
Review Date: 7/2/2015
My first book by Loree Lough. Unfortunately, it will probably be my last.
The romance between Mercy and Austin seemed very unrealistic. There wasn't much of a plot. And the ending left too many details just hanging out there with no reconciliation!
The "excerpt" from the next book in this series was less than 3 pages and there is NO mention of the story continuing where the author left us dangling.
I read a LOT .... this was a book I simply was not interested in.
The romance between Mercy and Austin seemed very unrealistic. There wasn't much of a plot. And the ending left too many details just hanging out there with no reconciliation!
The "excerpt" from the next book in this series was less than 3 pages and there is NO mention of the story continuing where the author left us dangling.
I read a LOT .... this was a book I simply was not interested in.
Review Date: 4/25/2011
Helpful Score: 2
Rarely has a book moved me the way Home Another Way did. Definitely a book that is not easy to put down, and leaves the reader wanting more.
The characters were real and believable - certainly not as "pretty" as one might like to read about. But that is what makes this book such a delight to read.
Sarah is a self-loathing young girl who has suffered great hurts in her life. She ends up in the small mountain community where her father lived before his death. Since she was completely broke and had nowhere to turn, she found Jonah in hopes of collecting an inheritance and be on her way of continued self-destruction.
Instead, she has a 6 month "layover" and begins to experience true love in action, despite her attempts to push everyone away with her less-than-likable attitude.
This is not a story that ends in "happily ever after", with all the loose ends tied up in a neat little package.
But it IS a story where a girl who is seeking (without even knowing), finds answers and the real truth, and deals with it as only Sarah could.
I learned to love each of the characters in this story - despite their own quirks and simple lifestyles. I wanted the story to go on and on. I laughed and cried - in fact, cried a lot.
As I finished the last page, I was first angry that Parrish did not go further with the story. But as I've pondered the story more, I realize it was ended perfectly. The point was not to follow the life of Sarah.
To me, the point was that if we seek, we will find. God is always working and putting people in our lives to allow us to become all we can be. No matter how broken we are, God can take those pieces and create a new masterpiece.
Highly recommend this book to anyone - christian or not. Perhaps a non-christian or one who has strayed from God could relate to this story even better. Chase this book down and read it. I promise you will not be disappointed!
The characters were real and believable - certainly not as "pretty" as one might like to read about. But that is what makes this book such a delight to read.
Sarah is a self-loathing young girl who has suffered great hurts in her life. She ends up in the small mountain community where her father lived before his death. Since she was completely broke and had nowhere to turn, she found Jonah in hopes of collecting an inheritance and be on her way of continued self-destruction.
Instead, she has a 6 month "layover" and begins to experience true love in action, despite her attempts to push everyone away with her less-than-likable attitude.
This is not a story that ends in "happily ever after", with all the loose ends tied up in a neat little package.
But it IS a story where a girl who is seeking (without even knowing), finds answers and the real truth, and deals with it as only Sarah could.
I learned to love each of the characters in this story - despite their own quirks and simple lifestyles. I wanted the story to go on and on. I laughed and cried - in fact, cried a lot.
As I finished the last page, I was first angry that Parrish did not go further with the story. But as I've pondered the story more, I realize it was ended perfectly. The point was not to follow the life of Sarah.
To me, the point was that if we seek, we will find. God is always working and putting people in our lives to allow us to become all we can be. No matter how broken we are, God can take those pieces and create a new masterpiece.
Highly recommend this book to anyone - christian or not. Perhaps a non-christian or one who has strayed from God could relate to this story even better. Chase this book down and read it. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Review Date: 7/27/2015
The story of Will - shunned from his Amish family when he chose to run away - is a very good story. I enjoyed the characters and direction the story took. However .... The STYLE of the story was difficult for me to follow. Each chapter jumped between Will's memories of his past, then back to his present day. I guess it bounced back and forth too often for my preference.
But the story itself is reflective, shows regrets, but most importantly, redemption.
Would recommend if you do not get confused jumping back and forth in time!
But the story itself is reflective, shows regrets, but most importantly, redemption.
Would recommend if you do not get confused jumping back and forth in time!
Review Date: 10/29/2010
Helpful Score: 1
Powerful story of a broken child made whole as he came to know Jesus. Proof that no matter how difficult a childhood can be, one CAN change their course of life with the help of God.
This story is well written .... with deep felt emotion and gut honesty. One cannot help but be moved by Pastor Greg Laurie's story of his truly "dysfunctional" childhood and how he learned to love and forgive his mother AND all the men she brought into his life.
Easy reading ... a hard-to-put-down book. My husband loved it as well, and he is not an avid reader. I am now purchasing copies to share with other family members. I won't give my copy up. :-)
This story is well written .... with deep felt emotion and gut honesty. One cannot help but be moved by Pastor Greg Laurie's story of his truly "dysfunctional" childhood and how he learned to love and forgive his mother AND all the men she brought into his life.
Easy reading ... a hard-to-put-down book. My husband loved it as well, and he is not an avid reader. I am now purchasing copies to share with other family members. I won't give my copy up. :-)
Review Date: 7/15/2013
"You had me at hello" Oops ... that's from a popular movie.
But this book definitely had me at the first paragraph! I could not put the book down.
The story is about twin brothers who were raised by a Jewish father and Catholic mother. Aaron chose to follow the Jewish faith, while Luke became a priest in the Catholic faith. This is just the beginning of well developed, deeply thoughtful characters of this story.
In the first 3 pages, Aaron is killed at a political event in a bombing. After not speaking to each other for a year, Luke is devastated by the news that his twin brother is dead, and determines to find the killer. He feels the authorities are not doing enough to find the person or people responsible for the bombing.
Characters are from all walks of life: political, Muslim (far East), homeless, and even extremely wealthy. Each character has a unique role in the story and helps Luke dig deep into his heart to discover if a priest - one who claims to love God - can seek vengeance and still be a Christian.
As the story comes to it's finish, this question is answered in a very unique and even miraculous way. And the answer proves that God will provide a way of escape when confronted with our biggest temptations.
The story ends in a way that made me feel sad the story was done - but leaves hope another fantastic story by Allan will follow! (?)
Dale Allan hit the ball out of the park with his debut novel. I greatly anticipate further writings by him and have no doubt his books will be a hit with readers of all kinds.
I received this book from bookfun for my honest opinion. Thank you!
But this book definitely had me at the first paragraph! I could not put the book down.
The story is about twin brothers who were raised by a Jewish father and Catholic mother. Aaron chose to follow the Jewish faith, while Luke became a priest in the Catholic faith. This is just the beginning of well developed, deeply thoughtful characters of this story.
In the first 3 pages, Aaron is killed at a political event in a bombing. After not speaking to each other for a year, Luke is devastated by the news that his twin brother is dead, and determines to find the killer. He feels the authorities are not doing enough to find the person or people responsible for the bombing.
Characters are from all walks of life: political, Muslim (far East), homeless, and even extremely wealthy. Each character has a unique role in the story and helps Luke dig deep into his heart to discover if a priest - one who claims to love God - can seek vengeance and still be a Christian.
As the story comes to it's finish, this question is answered in a very unique and even miraculous way. And the answer proves that God will provide a way of escape when confronted with our biggest temptations.
The story ends in a way that made me feel sad the story was done - but leaves hope another fantastic story by Allan will follow! (?)
Dale Allan hit the ball out of the park with his debut novel. I greatly anticipate further writings by him and have no doubt his books will be a hit with readers of all kinds.
I received this book from bookfun for my honest opinion. Thank you!
Review Date: 4/15/2010
Helpful Score: 1
My favorite Francine River book - truly exceptional. I've read this 5 times over the past several years, and still enjoy picking it up and reading again. What an amazing story of God's love for each of us, even those that think they are completely unlovable. Francine Rivers has a way of grabbing the reader and keeping you wanting more, page after page.
Review Date: 4/29/2010
Helpful Score: 2
Highly recommend to anyone who loves to read. This book gave me a great burden for the persecuted church - something I knew very little about. This story made it personal and convicted me for having an apathetic attitude towards those that are truly persecuted for their faith. Agree with other readers - your life will be changed when you read this book!
Review Date: 4/20/2011
Great story - good description of characters and story line.
I really enjoyed how easily the gospel was shared in this story - in fact, some very typical, tough questions that many people ask - are dealt with in the story line. Peterson does an excellent job writing it all directly into the story, without it feeling like you're being preached to within a book.
I personally enjoyed the entire book - had me from the first page and I didn't like putting it down. I think the story is realistic and written with compassion.
Highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever dealt with deep past hurts and doesn't think they can ever "get over them". In fact, many could probably relate to the exact details of the characters, in the way that life had wounded them.
We all have pain. Everyone has a "story". It's how we choose to deal with the pain that makes us who we are. Tracie Peterson weaves the truth through the story of 3 women's lives - and shows us how we can allow any wrong that has ever been done to us, to make us better, not bitter.
I really enjoyed how easily the gospel was shared in this story - in fact, some very typical, tough questions that many people ask - are dealt with in the story line. Peterson does an excellent job writing it all directly into the story, without it feeling like you're being preached to within a book.
I personally enjoyed the entire book - had me from the first page and I didn't like putting it down. I think the story is realistic and written with compassion.
Highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever dealt with deep past hurts and doesn't think they can ever "get over them". In fact, many could probably relate to the exact details of the characters, in the way that life had wounded them.
We all have pain. Everyone has a "story". It's how we choose to deal with the pain that makes us who we are. Tracie Peterson weaves the truth through the story of 3 women's lives - and shows us how we can allow any wrong that has ever been done to us, to make us better, not bitter.
Review Date: 5/6/2010
Helpful Score: 2
Fantastic, couldn't-put-down book. While I saw the ending coming, it still didn't ruin the premise of this book for me. I am going to read it again - this time to truly digest the truths spelled out in the story. What a powerful read for any person who questions their faith OR christianity in general. I believe what Jason Faircloth finds in his search for a person ... is what we all should find in our journey called life. To have a true passionate personal relationship with Jesus is what we all need ........ yet we all get so bogged down with "religion". Great read! I can't wait to read his other books!
Review Date: 5/12/2011
Helpful Score: 1
What an amazing, powerful book. I could barely put it down. Yttrup has done a fantastic job of telling a story of terrible loss, horrible abuse, and the healing that only God is able to do. She webs the tale without morbid details - and in a way that leaves no doubt for the reader to know what travesty little Kaylee has experienced.
As Sierra finally opens her hardened heart from the loss of her daughter 12 years earlier, a love flows from her like she has never experienced into little Kaylee.
This story may bring great pain to those that have endured abuse; however,I would recommend it for all to see that healing is possible.
Run, don't walk, to the nearest bookstore for a copy of this book. You will not be disappointed!
As Sierra finally opens her hardened heart from the loss of her daughter 12 years earlier, a love flows from her like she has never experienced into little Kaylee.
This story may bring great pain to those that have endured abuse; however,I would recommend it for all to see that healing is possible.
Run, don't walk, to the nearest bookstore for a copy of this book. You will not be disappointed!
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