Margaret

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I read this book in a day. It is one of those that makes you think about reality and feel guiltly for where you fault. The book speaks of God and the characters pray in a way where you feel like nobody really does, and you wish that you would and could. The emotions felt are so real, and so often ignored in the real world. This book is like reading two peoples diary to understand their why's and what for's. I enjoyed it. It is humbling and truthful. And sometimes truth hurts, but sometimes is is glorious.

The Congregation, has a story that is easily related to one's own life. All the different characters within the story live quite different lives and have very different emotions, but from over time in my life, even though so far I have only lived a short life I can quite easily feel their joys and pains with empathy and understand, because I have been there or been close to there. More than any other person in the book that I could relate to was Gwen with her want for a family and a husband, minus the fact that I have not grown up with many boyfriends and not been known as a “looker.”
There has been a time in my life that I was guilty of a sin and the public of my church found out and I was asked not to leave, but to not be as active, because I was a distraction to those that were serious about worship when my heart was breaking. My own pastor told me that it was probably a better idea that I found a new church, and he did not offer to help me find one, he just wanted to make sure that it was not his own. This is a pain deep in the heart similar to that of which the Tom and Jill Smith's family and Bill Senior, Nancy, and Bill Bright Junior felt from a church that turned them away.
This story is one that quite easily brings home the reality of a church. Once you have started to put time forth to read it, you cannot put it down until you understand who He is... He is always there.

I love Alias, I cannot help it. I found Alias through the Blockbuster mailing Netflix wanna be program and fell in love. It was during the third season on television and my roommate and I got all of them and would watch it for hours as a marathon until we ran out of discs and then would run to the mailbox to mail them off and wait two days until the next influx of discs would come. It was completely addictive and made me forget about my depression. The only anti-depressive I have ever had to work, other than my husband's smiles, cheesy I know. But I think it is because in every single episode things can change so quickly an emotions go on a fast roller coaster and almost always end well. I think that my emotions follow them and I forget my reality of being depressed for no good reason and I'm whatever the emotion is at the end of the episode. Now that I have found the books it is as if it continuing and I'm very excited and I do love them. If you didn't like the TV show, then you just don't understand. Either you get it or you don't, that's just the way it is.

Once again, just love Alias. Don't know why, really, I just do. This book was interesting. Not my favorite so far but different. Most of the prequel books fit right in and explain things that an Alias fanatic might have questioned and wanted to know a little bit more about. This one shows a very immature side of Vaughn, which I'm sure he once was, but it is not the same Vaughn that you know from the show I felt. Also, it gives an introduction to Sydney and Vaughn meeting for the first time... but that is something that is never touched on in the show. I mean later later on you find out he wanted to be assigned to her case (last episode, season 4), but never find out more... and this makes you wonder, but it is never mentioned that they met in NY. Syd is someone who remembers everything, so that is a scene that I find interesting to be here, but doesn't really fit in. Unless that is I missed something. Either way, it's still Alias, and still awesome.

Imagine that Anna Espinosa was a small Indian woman. That is this book in a nut shell. It is Maya not Anna of course, but the same animosity is shared by characters and readers alike. The book shows a bit of personality for Sydney. She so wants to be nice, but hates her all the same and has to fight her instinct to run the course. And of course, she's right always. Or is she? This Maya girl has a lot in common with Syd and it is up to Syd to see the commonalities as well as the differences and what is the essence of what makes her herself. Ah... A great escape.

It was not until about page 320 that I began to enjoy this book. Usually, I read Christian Fiction because of its uplifting reminders that you are not alone and that in the midst of struggle God prevails. Christian Fiction for me is usually my antidepressant... but it just was not working with this book. The book starts with Copper, a girl in her late teens and then flashes back to when her parents met and her mother died. It goes on to show her grow up practically over night to realize choices for her future. The first two thirds of this book were just really depressing and if it wasn't for a book club I'm not sure I would have gone on. In finishing the book I'm glad I read it, but I just felt that there wasn't much enjoyment until late in the game. That said, I do still plan to go on and read the sequels.

I really did not expect the ending in this book. It worked well and was great to read. So many times we force our will upon the Lord, but it is so much better when we look for signs and cues pointing us in his direction, guiding our lives with his will. This book would make a fabulous coping mechanism to a tween girl whose mother is dying, but also others can learn from it as well. There are things that we do not understand in life, but really we have to give it to God and then everything will be okay.

This is a nice detailed book about Amish Crib Quilts. It is divided up into four seasons and contains many pictures as well as a short journal-like entry from a child for each season to describe the Amish life. The pictures were very good to see detail and this book does lend a light into the Amish quilt world.

I would love to own a copy of this book. It contains Amish history of the beginnings, splits, and growths. It contains the history of textiles and that's only in the first quarter of the book... I'm not finished yet, but it is fabulous so far. The one problem that I am having with the book is that it is so large, it is not thick, but the average size for a quilt book tall and wide... like a text book... and really with this much and kind of information I would have loved to have had it in a smaller version, even a smaller print and more pages would have been fine, but just smaller to hold and cuddle with to read.

NOT FINISHED YET!

This book was quite the adventure for the entire Parker family, but especially for twin brothers Charlie and Brad. For a tweener novel, this book is great. For an adult, it is also interesting and entertaining. The end of the book held me in such suspense that I just could not figure what would happen next! I'm excited about the prospect of reading other novels by D.C. Stewart and recommend her books for others to read as well. This story would be enjoyed by girls and guys alike. Read it, and let me know what you think!!

I honestly could not put this book down! Previously, I really enjoyed the prequel to this [book: Hollywood Nobody], and even without that background I still think this would have been just as enjoyable. Scotty is such a character and there is no way that someone cannot just fall in love with her. I cannot wait for the next [book: Romancing Hollywood Nobody]. [author: Lisa Samson] has truly won my heart over with her work and I will definitely look forward to her in the future. I already have [book: Embrace Me] and the novel retelling of the film [book: Bella] in my TBR pile and will you a review of them ASAP!

Vanished is not my cup of tea. I read fifteen chapters (not even a quarter through) and it did not perk my interest, but that is not to say that it would not perk yours. Right now, I'm still feisty when it comes to Christian Science Fiction and Fantasy, and Speculative Fiction. Many times I find books that are fabulous and I cannot get enough of, but sometimes there is too much of reality and science for me. My reason that I read, be a good one or not - it is still mine, is to escape reality. I delve into the world of my characters and live within their lives. Sometimes things are too close to the harshness of reality that it is not an escape. That has nothing to do with the skill of an author, just more what I'm looking for in a story. If you are looking for a recommendation for Christian Sci-Fi & Fantasy/or Speculative Fiction I have plenty though.

I'm really struggling with reading this series. This is the first (meaning this series) of [a: Wanda Brunstetter 16582701 Wanda Brunstetter https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/user/u_50x66-632230dc9882b4352d753eedf9396530.png] for me to read and I'm just not sure what I think. I have read various authors of Amish Christian Fiction over the years, as well as many history books of the Amish dealing with my quilting addiction. I have never heard before of the Amish so often going to a Dentist, or Chiropractor, sure I've heard of them seeing a Doctor or going to the hospital under extreme circumstances, but it is very strange to hear of various Amish persons continually seeing a Chiropractor. This book picks up just a few weeks after the first one ends, and I really would like to say that there are more smiles and rose blossoms in reading the book of Job than there is in this book. I just do not understand how so much strife can continue one thing after another. I'm ready for some happiness! Geez, these books are depressing me. But, I refuse to just quit the author or the series, because surely as much strife is shown to be as possible there must be such happiness to compare. Because I know that as much as the Lord is one for taking, He also giveth!

When I first started this book, I was not too sure of how I would like it. But then as I left it and went to do some other things, I realized that I kept thinking about the story, and could not get it out of my head! This is the first, I think, of Melody Carlson that I've been able to read.. meaning get my hands on. It is a great little story that should be read by all mid-high school girls. It is so real to life and it does meet up with every type of girl. You can see yourself and remember your painful history within each individual girl. I was shocked when it ended, because it is one of those wonderful books that has previews of the sequel in the back, so I had though there was much more. But it was really a great story!

This book is really great. I'd suggest that any student of science read it. I really think that for today's home school curriculum it would be a fabulous add. I have a bit of background in science, and reading this book made me wish I could take classes from Kenneth Poppe himself. He does a great job of breaking things down into everyday examples and really showing what he is trying to describe. The miracles of the creation are fascinating how the “coincidences” are endless. This would be a good book for you to share with a friend who is a staunch Darwinist. Maybe their eyes will be opened and a seed planted if nothing else.

I read this via Book on CD from Recorded Books Inspirational. Overall I enjoyed the story. It was really long though, and not quite enjoyable for the entire time. It starts with an accident that is never explained, and there are a couple other related events that I guess stuck out to me more, but they never had answers and that sort of thing bothers me. The main themes of the book are about growing up, and dealing with anger appropriately. Oh my goodness, the anger that these character personalities felt. I cannot tell you how angry I would get with them sometimes! It was a good book, and I could completely hear the sounds and felt myself there with those homesteading Norwegians, but I just did not love it.

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Romancing Hollywood Nobody definitely does live up to par with the other Hollywood Nobodies, and in a way it's better. You could read it alone, but I strongly suggest starting with [book: Hollywood Nobody] and then reading [book: Finding Hollywood Nobody] before [book: Romancing Hollywood Nobody].

In the previous books, [author: Lisa Samson] has told some pretty good lessons in between some fabulous teenage humor. Starting with Scotty as a barely teen and now having her at seventeen is fun to grow with her. This book does have some “Ugh, what an idiot!” moments, but the best part to me, was about half way through, when I was like, “Oh, Wow. That makes sense.” Really, it made me think of the times when you are sitting in church and all of the sudden what you are hearing in the sermon just clicks. That is what Lisa did with this story and it was so entertaining to boot!

I got the book in my hands at 3:00pm and took a break when the hubby came home at 6:30, but otherwise read almost straight through until I finished a little before 9:00pm. I think that is what you would call a “page turner” and one that I could just “not put down.” I definitely recommend Hollywood Nobody. Even boys will enjoy and benefit from the story. There is no age limit on Hollywood Nobody, it's for all who need a comfy faintly romantic read.

When I first picked up this book I was a little skeptical, because I'm an early twenty-something and I was unsure just how exciting a book about two best friend fifty-four year old women could be for me in particular. Well, it doesn't matter their age, the story and the message was wonderful.

The only European trip I have ever had was a five day fabulous exploration to London with my sister. It was a last minute trip (back when you could make last minute flights) and is the best vacation that she and I have ever taken. We never ventured out of London on the trip, but every minute was well worth it. Reading this book brought back many memories that had been dormant and accelerated my desire to return someday as well. (Or maybe go to Scotland to see where my adventurous sister lives now...).

Dreams and hopes are something that we all have. A wish is something that we make to help them come to light and push toward coming true. This book is about looking in yourself and finding what your dreams are, and making them work and showing you how God wants you to have all of your dreams and desires of your heart.

This book is despicable. It is the worst and most tainted horrible non-fiction book written for Christians that I have ever endured the pain of reading. I do not recommend this book for anyone. It's not even worth the paper it is printed on. When I first found the book, I was so excited and thinking that this would be along the lines of something that would have been of great benefit to me during my schooling where I received my BA in Religious Studies. Boy was I ever wrong! This book is one of those that twists scriptures and peoples quotes to make it fit whatever point they are trying to make. I am thoroughly disgusted and severely angry at the waste of time and effort that was put into something that could have provided such a blessing. Don't waste your time on the junk that is referred to as a book.

I started backward, and read the sequel first, but enjoyed it so well that I was excited to go back to read this one. I cannot tell you how long it has been since I have read a book that made me cry, but this one definitely was successful with that more than once. This is such a great story!

I've enjoyed Ginny Smith's books for a while now, but this just makes me like her all the more. As a 23 year old, former punk/goth teenager, I can tell you from experience that her books with Mayla hit home. The sequel was good with certain topics, but this one is just fabulous.

Mayla's story is really that of an alternative young person finding Christ and starting their life as a Christian. Not everyone has the same background and this book is great for all people whether they were brought up in the Church or know nothing about it.

I'd recommend this book to teens, young adults, older adults (to understand the younger) and anyone really. I strongly recommend it for people to read who are not Christian. It might show a good insight to how things “can” be.

Back in 2003, when the SBD first came out, I was a freshman in college and terrified of the “freshman 15”. My mom bought me the first [b:The South Beach Diet 239478 South Beach Diet Arthur Agatston http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173028631s/239478.jpg 260534] and my freshman 15 was a negative 15. Through out college, I remember thinking that I was overweight, but looking back at those pictures, I truly miss how skinny I was! Through different doctors and vitamins and pills and such I got to a point where I gained a rapid and unexplainable amount of about 50 lbs and haven't been able to lose it. I have no desire to exercise, and whenever I do, I just feel worse and more hopeless. I kinda gave up on the SBD way of life, because it wasn't working, and with now feeding the husband, my methods were hopeless. Well, now [a:Arthur Atgatson] has updated and more than republished his old SBD book, this one is completely an upgrade. [b:The South Beach Diet Supercharged 2218656 The South Beach Diet Supercharged Faster Weight Loss and Better Health for Life Arthur Agatston http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51YDcjWQTyL.SL75.jpg 2224448] does have all of the old advice, but so much more, and more in depth, that makes more sense. Plus there is more scientific data to back it up, and more success stories to brag about with the lifestyle. The supercharged part of the diet now is the emphasis on exercise. Not to say that he had not mentioned it back in 2003, he had, but not in the depth and detail with the experts backing his work as it is in this book. It's taken me about three weeks to read the book, and I've been on the diet for about two and some weeks, and have so far lost ‘eh about 10 lbs. It's not fabulous, but it is more than I've been able to do in the last year. So, even though, on day two of the diet, the hubby stocked the fridge with Dr. Pepper and Ginger Ale (my favorites). I haven't had a one, and I'm doing fairly well. I read the exercise portions today, and they appear simple, and appear to be something I am capable of... Just saying, I despise exercise, and the activities are put into a format of ONLY 20 MINUTES a day, and no more. So, I might be able to fit that in between a book or two.