A Courageous, Forthright, Heartrendingly Joyful Truth-teller Speaks!

As someone whose life has been focused on working in recovery, first within the medical system, and the last 26 years within LAMB Ministers (a work born of faith in the healing balm of God’s Word and prayer), I have never read anything so real, so riveting, so compelling as this small book. From the moment I began, I realized that author Rhonda Patton's goal in sharing her journey from fright to light, from house bound to breaking free, from agony to peace in Christ was written for only one purpose, which we read in James 5:16, "...The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective," which is her heart cry so simply said, and I paraphrase. "That you would not have to go through what she did."

I echo her concern and truly hope that no matter whether you think your troubles or you are of no account, reading this book can begin your person journey to freedom. http://amzn.to/1cuA1rm

 

About the Author

A Shreveport resident, mother, wife, and daughter, Rhonda Patton is a dear friend. She has a wonderful husband who illustrated the Ted and Raymond Series of children's books and co-wrote the Searching for the Unknown and Spirits of ChesterVille General Store. Beginning with the release of her first Ted and Raymond book "The Croak 500" in 2000, Rhonda continues to inspire kids to be their very best when things may go awry by showing them that life has bumps. 

In "5 Days Free from Depression, Anxiety and Panic Attacks", Rhonda Patton shows us another side of herself. Having read this slim volume in one hour, I can attest that this caring mom, who lives a life centered on Christ pulls no punches when she shares how she got stuck and how the prayer of believes freed her. If you are searching for answers this is the book for YOU because this mom, and author who writes to show kids a better way is now showing those who are trapped like she was that the only way is through Christ! 

My 5 Star Review of 'C' Through Marriage by Jim Hughes

Written in the latter stages of Pastor Jim Hughes' ministry and 40 years after he married his wife, this informative book was compiled from Jim's notes on things he observed and the life lessons he found in them.

A firm believer in order and common sense, Jim's book shows us how to get back to the basics that have worked for many generations of married couples. Backed by the Word of God, this book will bless those planning  to wed, those who are married, and couples who have been married for years. 

Within the pages we 'C' all the things that can go wrong in marriage, and how living a biblically based life helps us celebrate the challenges. I would put it on my 'must gift list' for any who wish to develop a loving biblical relationship.  http://amzn.to/1broUuF

A More Deeply Researched Fiction: The Luck of the Weissensteiners

Before I begin my 5 star review of this book, I must share that as a Jew, I not only read "The Diary of Anne Frank," but had the unique opportunity to hear Mr. Frank speak about those days, and buy this timeless classic from him while he was in Los Angles during the filming of this movie. I thought I had read and understood the pre-war effects on the Jews and the hidden, and sometimes not so hidden Anti-Semitisim. Yet within  the first few chapters, I realized that Christoph Fisher's historic fiction, "The Luck of the Weissensteiners" was more deeply researched than any other fiction, and there have been hundreds, that I have read on this time period.  

Until I read this book, I could not fathom, with Anti-Semitisim a prevailing reality, how Jews and non-Jews could ever wed, and the horror that ensued when a spouse chose to dissolve that union and everything tainted by it to survive. Within this touching story I found the answer and experienced a reality I hadn't since I read Anne Frank's book. 

Today we hear about atrocities throughout the world. Yet statesmen seem to want to perpetuate the myth that doing nothing is really doing something. While reading this heartbreaking story of love, fear, prejudice, and betrayal without the usual stereotypes predictable situations, I was reminded that this is what happens when good people turn their back.

This fiction was a wake-up call, for when a President and Congress look at the dollars and cents of intervention instead of the inhumanity of what is concurring, and I read a historical fiction shows us that today's issues become tomorrow's  history, a new standard for writers to aspire to has been achieved, all I can say is, "Well done, Christop Fisher!"  http://amzn.to/1cXQm7Q

About the Author

Christoph Fischer was born in Germany, near the Austrian border, as the son of a Sudeten-German father and a Bavarian mother. Not a full local in the eyes and ears of his peers he developed an ambiguous sense of belonging and home in Bavaria. He moved to Hamburg in pursuit of his studies and to lead a life of literary indulgence. After a few years he moved on to the UK where he is still resident today. ‘The Luck of The Weissensteiners’ was published in November 2012; 'Sebastian' in May 2013 and The Black Eagle Inn in October 2013. He has written several other novels which are in the later stages of editing and finalization.

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The Height of Possibilities, the Breath of Fear, a Crucible of Becoming! My 5 Star Review!

Captivated by author, Julia Gousseva’s ability to paint pictures that materialized in my mind, images of Moscow Dreams will forever be part of my internal landscape. Nowhere before had, I read, "Sunshine squeezed in between buildings." As an author it had never occurred to me that a summer rain could come on so suddenly that one could see, "... raindrops racing each other other to the ground." This wordsmiths ability to write about the ordinary transcends the experience making this a thoroughly unique read!

Dr. Gousseva continued to demonstrate her mastery of historical fiction with layers of both generational personal and national history woven through the longing of 14 year old, Marina who lives though the fall of the Soviet Union and all that ensues. Juxtaposing what is known with what came before, and the unknown the author shows us the height of possibilities, the breath of fear, a crucible of becoming that each character and every person faces. It is said that for every fiction to succeed the tension must build. Moscow Dreams does this and much, much more! Those looking for an amazing read will be enthralled!

Author Julia Gousseva teaches a college creative writing class online. That she has a breath of knowledge many would love to acquire is a fact, yet she continues to hone her craft, which shows her dedication  to always learn more. 

On a personal note, as I read this thought provoking novel, I found myself thinking about the changes occurring here  that many are not in favor of. I remembered the Passover we celebrated in the spring of 1991 with a family of Russian Jews who, due to the fall of the Union of  Soviet Soviet Socialist  Republics (USSR) had finally been allowed to immigrate to America.  Speaking with them, I realized that what we took for granted, they had never done for fear of being discovered.  Due to this, it is with a happy heart that I say, "Thank you, Dr. Julia Gousseva for showing us that dreams can survive. And lastly, bless you for illuminating the human condition!"  http://amzn.to/1gJ7IJ6! 

A Historical Book Researched to the Nines! My 5* Review of Evelyn's Anxious Bench

Evelyn's Anxious Bench by Allison Kohn

For lovers of historic fiction researched to the nine's "Evelyn's Anxious Bench" takes the reader on a unique journey as the Jonathan Baker's family, used to being waited on hand and foot makes the difficult journey from Maryland through the Oregon Trail to finally arrive in the Willamette Valley without the assistance of those slaves who made life, according to Evelyn, "Bearable." Author, Allison Kohn has wisely set this tail in a primitive and demanding land, and juxtaposed what the sojourners are used to, with what they need to learn to survive. Upon this canvas, we discover that the lessons presented to this clan are the very ones we in the 21st century would be wise to learn from. "Can fiction teach us how to make our life better?" you might ask. My resounding answer is, "In this case absolutely!" Walk in the shoes of these erstwhile pioneers who press on because the head of the family insists they do and see what befalls them as they travel the Bear River. The passage is so well written that for a moment, I heard the roar and smelled the fragrant air.

For those armchair pioneers, for those who long to go but fear losing the comforts of home and hearth, a harrowing journey awaits replete with history, and the bonding together through loss of comfort to the building a new life and town in the west. You'll experience the hardships, feel the loss of loved ones, and experience the pain and suffering that were daily occurrences in the 1800's. And hopefully, you'll come away from this novel thanking God, or your lucky star that you live in this century rather than that one. I do believe once you've read the last word, you'll find yourself rejoicing in the journey, glad to be safely at home, yet well aware that the read has equipped you to continue here better equipped than you were before because this fiction is much more than that! Thank you, Allison Kohn for using this story to show us more than we ever expected. http://amzn.to/1jlhrqT

About the Author

For those who like to know about the author, I must share that Allison Kohn has no author page on Amazon. Having known the author for some time now, I can tell you that this is not an oversight on her part, but, I believe due to her desire for you enjoy the work of the avid researcher and gifted author whose attention to detail insures the reader of a fascinating trip into the historical past.

Lovers of historical fiction will enjoy the other Baker Saga Books: Day by Day, Angles, Eagles and Fire, and Deep Trouble, which complete this historical journey.   

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A Tender Affirming Must Read! My 5* review of “Sugar’s Dance” by Katie Mettner

Every so often I read a book that makes me think, "I wish I had written that!" As an author, always hoping to hone my craft and enjoy a good read, reading Katie Mettner's book brought me to tears, made me laugh, and affirmed that home, family, and love are gifts from God having more to do with heart-ties than family. So if you want to discover how to overcome and move on, if you need to set aside what hurt so you can heal and find the person who's your home, this story will do all that and much, much more! I've already downloaded the second book in this amazing series! Though I have other books to read, I'll start this one now cause I can't wait to find out what happens next to Sugar, Van and all the other people in Sugars life! http://amzn.to/1d4N9B7

Meet Katie Mettner

Katie Mettner grew up in Eau Claire, Wisconsin and moved to the Northwoods where she now resides with her husband and three children. As a young adult Katie enjoyed ballroom dancing and like Sugar she didn’t let her physical limitations hold her back from what she loved. Katie writes The Sugar Series, Sugar’s Dance and Sugar’s Song, a Christian romance series. Her stories are a reflection of her love for family intricately woven with life experience. When the gales of November blow early you can find her at the computer with a cup of joe, listening to Michael Bublé and working on Sugar's Night.

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My 5* Review of "En Garde" An E-Ticket Read/Ride Written in the Steampunk Tradition!

A valiant swordsmen sauntering forth to battle in the weapons bay that seems like something snatched from an English hamlet of Robin Hoods day melded with the highest-teck Star Trek Ship. A fair damsel, a healer, light sabers, names of great literary characters sprinkled throughout that makes one wonder if they’ve stepped into Alice in Wonderland or entered the fifth or maybe the sixth dimension. Words oddly chosen setting ones teeth on edge illustrate the juxtaposition of why illuminating the tension between what we know and don’t in this amazing melee where confusion grabs the reader and pulls them into this otherworldly tail.

Hamburger Fry (the authors name is itself a pseudonym) takes his reader on a quest and, like the Cyrano of old and the one we meet in this book, you’ll have to take the journey of overlapping realities, or is it really fiction, ‘Nay! I think Steampunk Science Fiction!’ to discover what is really real! http://amzn.to/ITlHOv

My 5* Review of Evelyn's Anxious Bench by Allison Kohn

For lovers of historic fiction researched to the nine's "Evelyn's Anxious Bench" takes the reader on a unique journey as the Jonathan Baker's family, used to being waited on hand and foot makes the difficult journey from Maryland through the Oregon Trail to finally arrive in the Willamette Valley without the assistance of those slaves who made life, according to Evelyn, "Bearable." Author, Allison Kohn has wisely set this tail in a primitive and demanding land, and juxtaposed what the sojourners are used to, with what they need to learn to survive. Upon this canvas, we discover that the lessons presented to this clan are the very ones we in the 21st century would be wise to learn from. "Can fiction teach us how to make our life better?" you might ask. My resounding answer is, "In this case absolutely!" Walk in the shoes of these erstwhile pioneers who press on because the head of the family insists they do and see what befalls them as they travel the Bear River. The passage is so well written that for a moment, I heard the roar and smelled the fragrant air.

For those armchair pioneers, for those who long to go but fear losing the comforts of home and hearth, a harrowing journey awaits replete with history, and the bonding together through loss of comfort to the building a new life and town in the west. You'll experience the hardships, feel the loss of loved ones, and experience the pain and suffering that were daily occurrences in the 1800's. And hopefully, you'll come away from this novel thanking God, or your lucky star that you live in this century rather than that one. I do believe once you've read the last word, you'll find yourself rejoicing in the journey, glad to be safely at home, yet well aware that the read has equipped you to continue here better equipped than you were before because this fiction is much more than that! Thank you, Allison Kohn for using this story to show us more than we ever expected. http://www.amazon.com/Evelyns-Anxious-Bench-Family-ebook/dp/B00C54UPKO/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1379997071&sr=1-1&keywords=Evelyn%27s+anxious+bench