Brenda R

Sundays at Tiffany's by James Patterson

Rating: 5 Stars

This author never seems to write a bad one. I enjoyed this book, it seemed to be a change from his usual writing style!

Brenda R

A Bride In The Bargain by Deeanne Gist

Rating: 4 Stars

I opened this book and finished it in one day! What could be better?

Brenda R

Just Breathe by Susan Wiggs

Rating: 4 Stars

This was one of her better ones. She is a great author! You can't go wrong with her books.

Shyeyes

Happily Ever After by Susan May Warren

Rating: 4 Stars

Mona moves back home to Minnesota to open a bookstore in an old Victorian home. She begins renovations, and needs help to get it done in time, so in comes Joe the handyman. Sparks fly, temperatures rise, mishaps and mistakes happen, and much more. A very fun summer read.

Comilla (cleaf77@aol.com)

RV There Yet? by Diann Hunt

Rating: 5 Stars

Funny if your over 50 for sure. If you ever thought you may like to go RVing. or just want some light reading, this is the book for you.

Cheryl S.

The Shack by William P. Young

Rating: 4 Stars

I enjoyed this book, even though it seemed a little preachy to me at some points. I was determined to finish it because of some of the comments I've been seeing and I'm glad I did. I don't want to spoil anything, but let's just say there's a twist near the end of the book that makes the whole story totally believable.

Denise Lee

Take Two by Karen Kingsbury

Rating: 4 Stars

I'm still reading... I'm liking that we are still in Bloomington!

Laney4

The Complete Home Organizer by Maxine Ordesky

Rating: 5 Stars

I've read dozens and dozens of organizational books and found this one to be the absolute best so far. Great tips written well.

Laney4

Getting Things Done by David Allen

Rating: 5 Stars

The biggest thing I took from this book was how to look at getting things done. (1) You ask yourself, "What's the next action?"; (2) Set deadlines; (3) Set start dates; and (4) Do one 15-minute item each day. Excellent guidelines!

Asha Smith

The Three Of Us by Cynthia Victor

Rating: 4 Stars

This is a fast but involved read.

Jayne

The Girl With No Shadow by Joanne Harris

Rating: 4 Stars

This is a follow-up to CHOCOLAT and it was an interesting read. I liked it very much.

Asha Smith

Summer on Blosson Street by Debbie Macomber

Rating: 5 Stars

Another great read by Macomber. She knows how to envision great new characters while growing the old ones.

Jayne

Raindrops on Roman by Elizabeth Scott

Rating: 4 Stars

Really great story about a parent dedicating her life to help her son.

Jayne

Out of the Darkness by Eric A. Shelman

Rating: 5 Stars

This book really brought to light how child abuse was handled in the 1800s. Very interesting to learn how things were then.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Soul Tracker by Bill Myers

Rating: 4 Stars

Interesting. Christian Science Fiction. I always enjoy Bill Myers.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Do The Right Thing by Mike Huckabee

Rating: 5 Stars

I have enjoyed watching Mike Huckabee's show on FoxNews and his book is very similar. He goes into detail about his beliefs.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Don’t Forget to Dream by Tim Dowdy and Tim Luke

Rating: 5 Stars

Tim Dowdy is a pastor in GA. His book is about finding and doing God's will. He relates a lot of his own personal testimony.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

More Than A Carpenter by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell

Rating: 5 Stars

Josh always does a wonderful job supplying reasons why we believe what we believe. This booklet will help everyone appreciate the proof about Jesus and the Bible.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

If God Should Choose by Kristen Stagg

Rating: 5 Stars

A beautiful story of loving God despite losing someone you love! I especially enjoyed Steve Green and Steve Saints comments!

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

The Love Dare by Stephen and Alex Kendrick

Rating: 5 Stars

Every married couple should be required to read this book. Very helpful hints to loving your spouse.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Why It’s Hard To Love Jesus by Joseph M. Stowell

Rating: 5 Stars

Awesome book. He writes like he preaches!

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

The Shack by William P. Young

Rating: 3 Stars

A little hard to get over God as a lady.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

The Passion of Christ by John Piper

Rating: 4 Stars

Good book that helps you feel the love of God!

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Prepare for Rain by Michael Catt

Rating: 5 Stars

Michael is the senior pastor of the church that made the movies Facing the Giants and Fire Proof. Excellent book!

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Growing Deep in the Christian Life by Charles R. Swindoll

Rating: 5 Stars

If you want a practical book about doctrine this is the one! As always, Swindoll does a great job on application.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

You Were Made For More by Jim Cymbala

Rating: 5 Stars

Excellent book. It reads like his other books. He is such an encourager!

Laney4

Getting Things Done by David Allen

Rating: 5 Stars

Excellent tips for managing life as well as a business. I especially enjoyed learning how your first step is What's the next action, followed by Set deadlines, Set start dates, and then Do one 15-minute item each day. Common sense is used throughout.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Found: God’s Will by John MacArthur, Jr.

Rating: 5 Stars

Excellent booklet about finding God's will for your life.

Patty

A Passion Most Pure by Julie Lessman

Rating: 4 Stars

I am in the middle of this right now, but I think I would give it at least 4 stars.

Kelly Kiggins-Lund

My Son, John by Kathi Macias

Rating: 5 Stars

MY SON, JOHN by Kathi Macias is a remarkable tale of God’s immeasurable love and limitless forgiveness. Kathi Macias captures the raw emotions of her characters and weaves them into this poignant story that shows how we can overcome tragedy with God’s strength and how powerfully healing His forgiveness is for all of us.

Kelly Kiggins-Lund

Wildcard by Robin Shope

Rating: 5 Stars

Robin Shope is a phenomenal storyteller! She has the ability to weave romance and suspense into a book that not only keeps readers enthusiastically turning pages, but also cheering the characters on along the perilous journey. WILDCARD has both heart-racing suspense and endearing moments of romance. It is a book worth reading!

Cheryl Stillwell

Blackwater by Jeremy Scahill

Rating: 5 Stars

An informative must read for every American. It provides insight into how “private military contractors” (mercenaries) recruit and operate.

It reveals how Blackwater and similar corporations are depleting the human resources of military forces, and federal law agencies to build their employee database and lease their services to the federal government and other governments around the world that are currently at war.

It also explains how Blackwater and other corporations selling "security services" recruit mercenaries from third-world nations and pay the recruits bottom rate wages to provide services in Iraq.

It shows how the federal government granted immunity to "private military contractors”, effectively allowing them to operate in Iraq without fear of being held responsible for any war crimes or human rights violations that military personnel are prosecuted for committing.

All concerned citizens should read Blackwater and hold their congressmen accountable for the lack of governmental oversight concerning the “private military industry” and their actions.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Trial By Ordeal by Craig Parshall

Rating: 5 Stars

Wow, an awesome book.

Laney4

Taming the Paper Tiger by Barbara Hemphill

Rating: 4 Stars

Really enjoyed learning how to clean up all my papers at home in an organized fashion.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

In His Steps by Charles M. Sheldon

Rating: 5 Stars

Wouldn't it be a wonderful world if all Christians would act according to what they thought Jesus would do! WWJD was first taught in this book.

Linda

A Passion Most Pure by Julie Lessman

Rating: 5 Stars

This is considered a Christian book 'on the edge.' I found it to be reality. I'm impressed with the depth of the characters as well as the scenes as they unfold, with each of the two main characters trying to win the heart of the same man. You will enjoy it.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel

Rating: 5 Stars

I'm sure most have at least heard of this book. Lee does an excellent job of showing how an unsaved person can investigate the claims of Christ and find out they are true.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Higher Hope by Robert Whitlow

Rating: 5 Stars

I have enjoyed all of Robert Whitlow's books. He is one of my favorite writers.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

The Long Goodbye by Patti Davis

Rating: 5 Stars

I don't agree with Patti on political issues, but she is a good writer. Her Dad is one of my favorite presidents. She writes this book as "his" little girl.

Tim Chavel (tchavel@hotmail.com)

Relentless by Robin Parrish

Rating: 3 Stars

This is an interesting book. The pace is fast and there's lots of science fiction.

Terri Buxani

Wildcard by Robin Shope

Rating: 5 Stars

You will not want to put this book down! It is a great suspense/romance book. It will keep you guessing until the end!

MEZ

Stand-In Groom by Kaye Dacus

Rating: 5 Stars

Wonderful! A wedding planner meets her match in an unexpected way.

Carly Kendall

Sometimes a Light Surprises by Jamie Langston Turner

Rating: 5 Stars

Wonderful book, beautifully written. It has a great story and interesting characters. I love it!

teachin4jesus

Beyond This Moment by Tamera Alexander

Rating: 5 Stars

This story, set in late 19th-century Colorado, challenges readers to think about honesty, sin and grace in the midst of a compelling story. We follow Dr. Molly Whitcomb as she moves from a college professorship in Georgia to a one-room schoolhouse teacher in Colorado. Leaving to escape difficult circumstances, Molly deliberately lies and then is forced to deal with the consequences of those lies. Alexander has given readers a beautiful picture of the grace of God that is greater than all our sin and a reminder to be compassionate to those brothers and sisters who are struggling in their faith. And, as a cherry on top, it's well written and witty.