Reviewing NIGHT OF DESTINY by Kelly Ann Reed

Reviewing NIGHT OF DESTINY by Kelly Ann Reed... This book is the best I have read in a long time... I loved every page of it. Yes, it's about the Titanic, but this book is SO REFRESHING and right on target... it will bring tears of love and joy to your eyes. I would recommend it to all ages, both genders.


The cover, print size etc is perfect. I don't want to give away the plot, but you will be caught up in it quickly. The author has done a beautiful job of research, and selecting her character names and speech, as it is so fitting for the story.

The author explains vividly, insightfully and accurately, the purpose of trials in our lives, and the importance of forgiveness, and how the 'forgivER' is benefited. I cannot recomend it high enough, and I am a 'reviewer' of lots of books. This book, my brother purchased and sent to me to read... I will forever be thankful and want to encourage all of you to buy copies for yourselves and to give as gifts to those you care about.

Reviewing TOUCHING THE SKY by Tracie Peterson

Reviewing TOUCHING THE SKY by Tracie Peterson. 
This is an excellent book that will have your heart 'touching the sky'.
   Throughout, it shows the beauty of real courtship, how to handle touchy situations with grace, and still stand up for what you believe.  There are scriptural principles woven throughout for us all to learn by i.e. 'I cannot remain silent...if I say nothing and people are killed, their blood will be on my hands' ... and a true statement ...'if we continue to pick at our wounds, they will never heal.' Those are just a couple of the instances woven throughout the book, to learn by, and teach our acquaintances.
   Another thought to ponder:  'The woman of the house commands the emotions of the family' ... something for each of us to teach our daughters and friends.
   I also appreciated a warning in the book about all courtship -- one of the characters in the book claims their mate changed from when they courted, and he replies 'no, I have always been this man...you just never bothered to notice...you were too busy batting your eyes and playing upon my manly nature.'  How many heartaches could have been avoided in courting today if this were heeded.
   Another point you will enjoy as much as I did was all the 'secrets of the fan' ... you'll have to read the book to find them out, but it is well worth it.........
   I highly recommend this book.  I received it free from Bethany Publishers for review and am not required to give a positive review.

Reviewing TRAVELERS REST by Ann Tatlock

This is a 'hard to put down' novel current in today's headline/news we see every night. Military men coming home injured beyond repair unless a miracle happens.  As I read this book, my heart ached, and I wondered how the author would pull it all together and end it realistically.  I won't spoil it by telling how she does it, but she did it very wisely; you won't be disappointed.
    I think it would be great made into a 'for TV' movie, and Morgan Freeman would be excellent as the Dr Rockaway; I could also see the blind computer whiz on Covert Affairs TV series, playing the role of the volunteer pianist at the VA in the story, Jon-Paul. 
   Every reader will appreciate the VA ministry and all the volunteers and workers they need, as well-described in this book.  I highly recommend it as reading for all.
   I received a free copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers with no obligation to give a possitive review. The book warrants one! Enjoy.