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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

The Gifted by Ann Gabhart Book Review




My Review:

Have you ever wanted to learn more about a certain faith or group of people but find history books boring and not really that informative?  I love that Ann Gabhart does just that.

Ann Gabhart takes you into the Shaker Village.  She makes me feel like I'm a fly on the wall and I can even hear the characters thoughts.  I love when an author can bring history alive.

As much as I love the history aspect, I found that there were a lot of words in this book, that could have been left out and still make a point.  I caught myself skimming across chapters more than once.

At the end of the book, I felt like I had been left hanging.  Although some of the story had closed, I would suspect it would need a follow up to some of the characters.

All in all, I would give the book 3 stars out of 5. 

Blessings to you!  You are loved!

  
Note: I may have been sent complimentary copy for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated. The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.

Simple Secrets to a Happy Life by Luci Swindoll Book Review


Simple Secrets to a Happy Life

My Review:


When I picked this book I thought it would be a good book for my life.  It was as the title suggested, simple. 

Some of the "secrets" were just common sense.  But, then again, maybe I'm already living "a happy life" and understand the simplicity.

Some of the secrets are:
  • Write down important things.
  • Treat other people with kindness
  • Take Jesus with you everywhere.
Like I said, simple.

If you need a good book to put on the guest nightstand - that is for easy reading or a book to give as a gift for a non-reader - than this is the one.  If you are looking for "deep theology" then look elsewhere.


 I would give the book 3 stars out of 5.  It is very family friendly.


Blessings to you!  You are loved!


Note: I may have been sent complimentary copy for review purposes only. This review has not been monetarily compensated. The review was my honest opinion and views and not influenced by the sponsor in any way.