Christian Book Reviews - Fiction and Non-Fiction Christian Book Review
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Book Review: The Case of the Bouncing Grandma by A. K. Arenz
Guest reviewer, K. M. Paris, tells just enough to pique your curiosity about this new cozy mystery novel. She says, "The Case of the Bouncing Grandma is a poignant story of a widow (Glory Harper) learning to allow her heart to flower again while in the midst of solving a mystery."
Guest reviewer, K. M. Paris, tells just enough to pique your curiosity about this new cozy mystery novel. She says, "The Case of the Bouncing Grandma is a poignant story of a widow (Glory Harper) learning to allow her heart to flower again while in the midst of solving a mystery."
Book Review: Through the Wilderness by James Krechnyak, Jr.
Through the Wilderness chronicles the author's painful ordeals of rejection in childhood, as well as early adulthood, linking them to biblical accounts of wilderness experiences. Krechnyak relates how traumatic experiences can be used for good and how a Christian can actually grow through hurtful encounters with others.
Through the Wilderness chronicles the author's painful ordeals of rejection in childhood, as well as early adulthood, linking them to biblical accounts of wilderness experiences. Krechnyak relates how traumatic experiences can be used for good and how a Christian can actually grow through hurtful encounters with others.
Book Review: Lost Boy by Greg Laurie
If you've ever thought, God could never use someone like me, you need to read Lost Boy, the autobiography of Greg Laurie. To put it mildly, Laurie had a troubled, unstable childhood. Born illegitimately and raised by a wild and reckless, alcoholic mother, Greg has every claim to the term "dysfunctional family." His spiritual rags-to-riches story is nothing short of miraculous.
If you've ever thought, God could never use someone like me, you need to read Lost Boy, the autobiography of Greg Laurie. To put it mildly, Laurie had a troubled, unstable childhood. Born illegitimately and raised by a wild and reckless, alcoholic mother, Greg has every claim to the term "dysfunctional family." His spiritual rags-to-riches story is nothing short of miraculous.
Book Review: The Mysteries of Reverend Dean by Hal White
Hal White's first published book, The Mysteries of Reverend Dean, is a collection of six fictional mysteries. Setting it apart from most mysteries, these crimes are all solved by an old retired pastor, the Reverend Thaddeus Dean.
Hal White's first published book, The Mysteries of Reverend Dean, is a collection of six fictional mysteries. Setting it apart from most mysteries, these crimes are all solved by an old retired pastor, the Reverend Thaddeus Dean.
Book Review: It's Not About Me by Michelle Sutton
Guest reviewer, Lee Franklin gives us a sneak peek into this debut novel. She says, "Michelle is among a growing group of authors who describe their writing as edgy. They push the envelope and deal with topics most of us don’t want to think about. This book deals with pre-marital sex, assault, alcohol and teenage pregnancy ..."
Guest reviewer, Lee Franklin gives us a sneak peek into this debut novel. She says, "Michelle is among a growing group of authors who describe their writing as edgy. They push the envelope and deal with topics most of us don’t want to think about. This book deals with pre-marital sex, assault, alcohol and teenage pregnancy ..."
Book Review: Secret Believers by Al Janssen and Brother Andrew
Secret Believers is an intriguing book, made up different stories of the lives of Muslims who turn to faith in Jesus Christ. An eye-opener, the book reveals the difficulties Christian Muslims face with their countries, families, and governments when they abandon the faith of Islam, accepting salvation through Jesus.
Secret Believers is an intriguing book, made up different stories of the lives of Muslims who turn to faith in Jesus Christ. An eye-opener, the book reveals the difficulties Christian Muslims face with their countries, families, and governments when they abandon the faith of Islam, accepting salvation through Jesus.
Book Review: Wind River by Tom Morrisey
Although Wind River is not Tom Morrisey's first novel, this is the first one I've read. It will not be the last. As a wilderness adventure, I was drawn to Wind River, but what captured me was the realistic way in which the main characters demonstrate the harsh reality of what it means to be a follower of Christ. Real Christians were found on the pages of this book. I gave it 4 stars.
Although Wind River is not Tom Morrisey's first novel, this is the first one I've read. It will not be the last. As a wilderness adventure, I was drawn to Wind River, but what captured me was the realistic way in which the main characters demonstrate the harsh reality of what it means to be a follower of Christ. Real Christians were found on the pages of this book. I gave it 4 stars.
Book Review: Calico Canyon by Mary Connealy
Guest Reviewer, Lee Franklin says, "This is the first book I've read by Mary Connealy but it won’t be the last. A lot of authors attempt romantic comedy and fail, but Mary Connealy managed to pull it off."
Guest Reviewer, Lee Franklin says, "This is the first book I've read by Mary Connealy but it won’t be the last. A lot of authors attempt romantic comedy and fail, but Mary Connealy managed to pull it off."
Book Review: Still Growing by Kirk Cameron
A delightful book, Still Growing is an autobiography of the life of Kirk Cameron, who played the mischievous teenager, Mike Seaver, on the award-winning TV sitcom. Cameron, who says he was once an atheist, tells of his conversion to Christianity, his stand for Christ in Hollywood and his conviction to live a dynamic life of faith.
A delightful book, Still Growing is an autobiography of the life of Kirk Cameron, who played the mischievous teenager, Mike Seaver, on the award-winning TV sitcom. Cameron, who says he was once an atheist, tells of his conversion to Christianity, his stand for Christ in Hollywood and his conviction to live a dynamic life of faith.
Book Review: Married to Jesus by Matthew J. White
If you want to experience a better Christian marriage and build a foundation based on the relationship between Christ and his church, then read Matthew J. White's Married to Jesus.
If you want to experience a better Christian marriage and build a foundation based on the relationship between Christ and his church, then read Matthew J. White's Married to Jesus.
Book Review: Dark Well of Decision by Anne Kimberly
Anne Kimberly's first book, Dark Well of Decision, is a captivating novel for young adults that's not only packed with adventure, but also carries a gospel message for teens.
Anne Kimberly's first book, Dark Well of Decision, is a captivating novel for young adults that's not only packed with adventure, but also carries a gospel message for teens.
Book Review: Some of the Parts by Gerry Rzeppa
Some of the Parts by Gerry Rzeppa, is a "think-outside-of-the-box" children's poetical fiction that touches on several age-old spiritual topics. It offers a good defense against atheism by addressing ancient questions from "where did we come from" to "where are we going after death."
Some of the Parts by Gerry Rzeppa, is a "think-outside-of-the-box" children's poetical fiction that touches on several age-old spiritual topics. It offers a good defense against atheism by addressing ancient questions from "where did we come from" to "where are we going after death."
Book Review: Bring Your Vision to Life by Ralph McCall
(Nonfiction, Self-help; Review rating 4) Bring Your Vision to Life by Ralph McCall is a practical, nuts and bolts guide to passionately pursuing your God-given vision. As readers work through the daily assignments, their dreams will begin to take shape in a way that will enable them to actually happen.
(Nonfiction, Self-help; Review rating 4) Bring Your Vision to Life by Ralph McCall is a practical, nuts and bolts guide to passionately pursuing your God-given vision. As readers work through the daily assignments, their dreams will begin to take shape in a way that will enable them to actually happen.
Doing Business With John by E.L. Parker
Doing Business With John by E.L. Parker is a fresh new Christian book about starting and building a successful business. It follows the example that Jesus set in the book of John as he developed his ministry.
Doing Business With John by E.L. Parker is a fresh new Christian book about starting and building a successful business. It follows the example that Jesus set in the book of John as he developed his ministry.
Book Review: Roll Away Your Stone
Dutch Sheets, author of Roll Away Your Stone, offers hope through his "life message" by giving readers an action plan for living in the power of the risen Christ.
Dutch Sheets, author of Roll Away Your Stone, offers hope through his "life message" by giving readers an action plan for living in the power of the risen Christ.
Book Review: It Happens Every Spring
(Contemporary Fiction; Review rating 3.5) Marriage expert Dr. Gary Chapman teams up with experienced novelist Catherine Palmer in a literary project designed to demonstrate how married couples go through the joys and challenges of marriage in each season of life. Valuable lessons and healing strategies for marriages in conflict are delivered in a contemporary parable format.
(Contemporary Fiction; Review rating 3.5) Marriage expert Dr. Gary Chapman teams up with experienced novelist Catherine Palmer in a literary project designed to demonstrate how married couples go through the joys and challenges of marriage in each season of life. Valuable lessons and healing strategies for marriages in conflict are delivered in a contemporary parable format.
Book Recommendation: Seeing in the Dark
This is a great book for Christians about depression - Seeing in the Dark: Getting the Facts on Depression and Finding Hope Again. The book, written by a senior pastor and a Christian M.D., helps dispel the myths of depression. I will recommend it to anyone personally impacted by depression.
This is a great book for Christians about depression - Seeing in the Dark: Getting the Facts on Depression and Finding Hope Again. The book, written by a senior pastor and a Christian M.D., helps dispel the myths of depression. I will recommend it to anyone personally impacted by depression.
Book Review: Seeing in the Dark
Finding help with depression can sometimes seem overwhelming. There's so much written about the topic, it's hard to sift through it all. Take a look at the following book review on Seeing in the Dark.
Finding help with depression can sometimes seem overwhelming. There's so much written about the topic, it's hard to sift through it all. Take a look at the following book review on Seeing in the Dark.
Book Review: When Crickets Cry by Charles Martin
(Southern Fiction; Review rating 4.5) Charles Martin's novel, When Crickets Cry, touched my heart more than any story has in years. It's a work of southern fiction, drenched with spiritual lessons, yet not one sermon is ever preached. The emotional story of heartbreak and loss drifts along slowly at first, but then captures your heart with a strong current.
(Southern Fiction; Review rating 4.5) Charles Martin's novel, When Crickets Cry, touched my heart more than any story has in years. It's a work of southern fiction, drenched with spiritual lessons, yet not one sermon is ever preached. The emotional story of heartbreak and loss drifts along slowly at first, but then captures your heart with a strong current.
Book Review: Waking Lazarus by T.L. Hines
(Supernatural Suspense; Review rating 4.5) T.L. Hines makes a grand entrance onto the novelist stage with his first book, debuting in my favorite genre -- supernatural suspense fiction. Not many books have hooked me with the first sentence, but this one did. Jude Allman is immune to the power of death. He has died three times and each time comes back to life. Intrigued? Read on!
(Supernatural Suspense; Review rating 4.5) T.L. Hines makes a grand entrance onto the novelist stage with his first book, debuting in my favorite genre -- supernatural suspense fiction. Not many books have hooked me with the first sentence, but this one did. Jude Allman is immune to the power of death. He has died three times and each time comes back to life. Intrigued? Read on!
Book Review: The Novelist by Angela Hunt
(General Fiction; Review rating 4) What sets apart The Novelist is its unique perspective - a novel inside a novel. Angela Hunt offers a glimpse into the struggles and stigmas faced by families dealing with a deeply troubled teen or young adult.
(General Fiction; Review rating 4) What sets apart The Novelist is its unique perspective - a novel inside a novel. Angela Hunt offers a glimpse into the struggles and stigmas faced by families dealing with a deeply troubled teen or young adult.
Book Review: Comes A Horseman by Robert Liparulo
(Action / Suspense; Review rating 3.5) If CSI is one of your favorite TV shows and you enjoy a Ted Dekker novel, my guess is you'll become an instant fan of Robert Liparulo and his debut book, Comes A Horseman. Intense action and adventure pull you into the investigation of a brutal killing spree that uncovers a secret society and its "end times" conspiracy.
(Action / Suspense; Review rating 3.5) If CSI is one of your favorite TV shows and you enjoy a Ted Dekker novel, my guess is you'll become an instant fan of Robert Liparulo and his debut book, Comes A Horseman. Intense action and adventure pull you into the investigation of a brutal killing spree that uncovers a secret society and its "end times" conspiracy.
Book Review: Forgiven by Vince Russo
Read Professional Wrestling Guide Eric Cohen's review of Forgiven by Vince Russo. It's not only a great book about wrestling, but also a testimony of one man's transformation through Christian faith.
Read Professional Wrestling Guide Eric Cohen's review of Forgiven by Vince Russo. It's not only a great book about wrestling, but also a testimony of one man's transformation through Christian faith.