A Word from The Man Behind the Words by Cecil Murphey When Shirley walked in from the garage, she didn’t have to say a word: I read the diagnosis in her eyes. I grabbed her and held her tightly for several seconds. When I released her, she didn’t cry. The unshed tears glistened, but that [...]
I decided to read this little book, When Someone You Love Has Cancer, because I know author Cecil Murphey (disclaimer out of the way), and I’ve read other of his “When Someone You Love …” books. I knew it would be personal. Personal, not because Mr. Murphey is telling his own story, but because the [...]
Face of Betrayal
May 19
If you have a long plane flight or train ride, Face of Betrayal by Lis Wiehl, is the book to take with you. Don’t get it for bedtime reading though; you won’t get any sleep. Similar to a news story from several years ago, three friends work together to solve the murder of a young [...]
The Noticer
Apr 28
I struggle with the right words to describe The Noticer by Andy Andrews from Thomas Nelson. Is it the beginning of a movement, or a good marketing plan? Is it a feel-good book, or a short story stretched to fill about 150 pages? Is it autobiographical, or just written to sound like it? I’m afraid [...]
Collapse of Distinction
Apr 13
Collapse of Distinction: Stand out and move up while your competition fails by Scott McKain Thomas Nelson Collapse of Distinction by Scott McKain, even sitting on the bookstore shelf, is the message. The cover stands out as distinct. It is a durable textbook-style cover that indicates the writer and publisher intend for you to use [...]
This is Your Brain on Joy
Mar 11
Finally. That was my first response to Dr. Earl Henslin’s book This is Your Brain on Joy. Finally, a psychologist who recognizes the spiritually of a person. Finally, a Christian who understands the physical aspects of mental illness. Dr. Henslin explains how the brain works and how each area of the brain affects each person. [...]
For These Tough Times
Jan 24
For These Tough Times: Reaching toward heaven for hope & healing Max Lucado Adapted from several of Max Lucado’s other books, this pocketsize book is easy reading, but offers no easy answers. Unlike many books offered about tragedy and loss, this one doesn’t offer touchy, feely easy answers. Lucado, pastor of Oak Hills Church in [...]
Many resources are available to read the Bible in chronological order. And, although it is interesting to read David’s psalms along with his life story, it sheds little light on God’s work in history. The Chronological Study Bible from Thomas Nelson illuminates God’s story by placing the inspired Scripture in the context of the history [...]
House of Dark Shadows
Dec 23
When I read the prologue to House of Dark Shadows by Robert Liparulo, I thought the book was going to be an edge-of-your-seat suspense. I was disappointed; House is less suspense and more a journal of the King family, around whom the story revolves. Rather than an adult book, this should be considered YA. The [...]
Grand Opening
Dec 22
Blogs of Books is now open for reviews. Books of all stripes will be reviewed. I will always try to give an honest opinion to help you make the most of your book reading time. When possible, I’ll include a link to sample chapters or other excerpts. Disagree with my assessment? Say so. Has my [...]
