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At first glance, "The Orphan King" drew me in completely. Recently, an interest in fantasy and medieval fiction has grasped me. The cover seemed so mysterious; this drew me in as I've always had an interest in mystery. Combining an old and a new... [Read on]
This was the first time I have ever read an Amish book. It wasn't that I particularly shied away from them, I just never really found one that I wanted to buy. When the opportunity came to read one I jumped on it. I feel really lame in same,... [Read on]
We fall down, we lay our crowns at the feet of Jesus are the starting lyrics to a well-known Christian song and upon reading the title to Joanna Weaver’s devotional book: At the Feet of Jesus, I was reminded of that song. I admit, I loved reading... [Read on]
Altared instantly piqued my interest. How could it not? It stuck out like a sore thumb {or like a garden gnome in a desert}. It is revolutionary. Possibly offensive, perhaps flippant? It is a Christian book actually advocating for a less... [Read on]
Josh and Ryan Shook are brothers and the sons of Kerry and Chris Shook (pastors, authors and conference speakers). Josh is a musician based in Nashville. Ryan a filmmaker living in L.A. They grew up in church and struggled to navigate... [Read on]
Limitless Devotions for a Ridiculously Good Life Nick Vujicic This is the third book review I've done over a Nick Vujicic book. The first was the Unstoppable Book Review and the second was my review of Life Without Limits. I really like Nick... [Read on]
I've had a hard time getting thru this book. I received it just before my oldest brother died of cancer. While the principles outlined in the chapters I read were very helpful, it has just been a difficult year for me and I regret I cannot give... [Read on]
I was looking forward to receiving the book Firsthand by Ryan and Josh Shook and was only slightly disappointed. I was disappointed because I thought it was a book to help me with all the mistakes I’ve made with all the young adults I’ve... [Read on]
The second book in Woodsmall's Amish Vines and Orchards series is another winner! I don't usually read Amish fiction, but after reading and devouring the first book in this series last year, I have been impatiently waiting to read this one! I... [Read on]
Life Without Limits by Nick Vujicic should be required reading for all high school students. I think it would cut down on a lot of self-esteem as well as bully issues. I have wanted to read this book for quite some time. It seems like whenever... [Read on]