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All You Want to Know About Hell: Three Christian Views of God?s Final Solution to the Problem of Sin
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Review Date: 3/3/2017
Transformative.
If you've ever wondered how cosmic compassion and justice can be balanced, this could answer that question. Three views of hell--traditional, annihilation, and ultimately redemptive--are discussed with accompanying pros and cons supported by scripture, with contextual views of culture and religious thinking since the beginning of the church age.
The author does not come down on one view himself, and the view I eventually came to surprised me. At the very least this book will challenge your thinking and show you more about God than the subject in the book title.
If you've ever wondered how cosmic compassion and justice can be balanced, this could answer that question. Three views of hell--traditional, annihilation, and ultimately redemptive--are discussed with accompanying pros and cons supported by scripture, with contextual views of culture and religious thinking since the beginning of the church age.
The author does not come down on one view himself, and the view I eventually came to surprised me. At the very least this book will challenge your thinking and show you more about God than the subject in the book title.
Review Date: 12/27/2011
My 12 yo daughter adored this book, so I read it too. So fun, clever and witty. Bella Street is a street-wise girl with a penchant for skateboarding, and along with her computer nerd best friend, they solve mysteries and run for their lives...all inside a classic noir premise that does not fail to delight. Highly recommended for kids who love mysteries.
Review Date: 10/29/2009
Helpful Score: 6
Some seriously strong French, but HILARIOUS. It's refreshing to not feel like a freak for reading romance. Ironically, during my lit classes, I'd tucked Harlequins in my text books (I still got good lit grades, prolly *because* I was reading romance). So this no-holds-barred book will make you laugh and think and, heck, those authors can not only write non-fiction, their attempt at fiction (Mad-Lib style-choose-your-own-adventure, esp. Man Of Your Dreams) was pretty stinkin' good!
Review Date: 4/27/2014
Interesting but leans too heavily on a Premillenial Dispensational viewpoint and shoehorns it into a Hebrew point of view, in my opinion. I was hoping for something less influenced by John Nelson Darby. The first book in the series is best and I recommend it, but did not care for books 2 and 3.
Review Date: 2/9/2010
ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTFUL! Charming, sweet, and a sweetly sensual. A great read!
Review Date: 8/24/2012
As enjoyable and fun (and gory) as the first. A great series!
Review Date: 1/31/2020
Interesting premise, but a foolish and unlikable protagonist and a dissatisfying twist at the end.
Review Date: 10/17/2010
A big meh.
The book could have been half as long and the there were surprisingly thin plot points, along with some serious cheesiness. I assumed this book would be more literary. I think it gets that label because it's set in a relatively exotic locale. Otherwise, I guess it gets high reviews by men because of a relationship that ironically shares shades of the crimes committed.
The book could have been half as long and the there were surprisingly thin plot points, along with some serious cheesiness. I assumed this book would be more literary. I think it gets that label because it's set in a relatively exotic locale. Otherwise, I guess it gets high reviews by men because of a relationship that ironically shares shades of the crimes committed.
Review Date: 7/7/2012
Helpful Score: 1
One of the best regencies I've ever read! It's a hilarious, fast-paced, witty-with-acerbic-aplomb tale, has a lovely, poignant romance, and I absolutely ADORED it. I will be grabbing every book this author has ever written!!
Review Date: 11/3/2010
Helpful Score: 3
Rob Bell relies on his own feelings and opinions over Scripture. Additionally, he relies heavily on ancient Judaisms...which were the beliefs of the pharisees of Jesus' day. I read this as a favor to a friend who was confused by some of what was said. It was a huge disappointment considering the success of this man--but I guess that's not all that surprising in an age when people are led by emotion and the charisma of others as opposed to the hard work of study and research of Scripture.
Review Date: 7/5/2010
Helpful Score: 2
Another great installment in the Kitty Norville series. I've never been disappointed and this one delivers as well. I'm very excited as the door has been left open for a 9th book. Keep 'em coming, Carrie!!
Review Date: 4/27/2014
Very interesting seeing the Bible more through Hebrew eyes than Greek eyes. The section on marriage was amazing and full of meaning.
Lost in Translation Vol. 3: The Book of Revelation: Two Brides Two Destinies
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Review Date: 4/27/2014
Interesting but leans too heavily on a Premillenial Dispensational viewpoint and shoehorns it into a Hebrew point of view, in my opinion. I was hoping for something less influenced by John Nelson Darby. The first book in the series is best and I recommend it, but did not care for books 2 and 3.
Review Date: 5/16/2012
Fresh, funny, poignant zombie read. I found it hard to put down.
Publicize Your Book!: An Insider's Guide to Getting Your Book the Attention It Deserves
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Review Date: 5/1/2010
Amazingly helpful with a TON of creative ideas outside of the box.
Review Date: 9/20/2010
I loved the first book, but this was seemed chock full of Urban Dictionary filler, and after ignoring The One Who Will Not Be Mentioned for most of it, had a sudden rather unrealistic ending that felt tacked on and glossed over.
Review Date: 12/6/2009
Well, this is a tough one the review. At first I was entranced, then it got slow, then the author would drop something enticing to keep me reading. I decided to persevere even tho the long stream-of-consciousness dragged the story down, because the promise of a meaningful ending was there. Unfortunately, it was a flop. I was very disappointed, feeling that I'd invested trust in the author and story. Whoever compared it to Buffy has not seen the TV show. But I read Sunshine on its own merits, not because of any comparisons. The way it ended was simply inexplicable and left me as frustrated as a baker who labored over cinnamon rolls only to find out the end product was inedible.
Review Date: 11/22/2009
Helpful Score: 2
I'm no Twilight fan, but I do love the spiritual symbolism of vampires explored in books and films. This one had a good premise but failed to live up to it. Markus was waaay under-developed (possibly in an attempt to avoid offending Christians, which is disappointing) and the other characters really had no personality, outside of the General. I struggled to have empathy for any of the characters--even when people are struggling, they still should have a spark of something that forges a connection with the reader.
The plot also left a lot to be desired. The mystery--if one was intended--was easily unraveled within a few pages, which drained a lot of tension from the book. Along with that, things were over-explained like the author was leading me to a specific understanding. I prefer to figure things out on my own. I think the tendency for religious authors is to preach a little bit or at least bring everything to a desired point, instead of allowing the reader to mull over an open-ended plot.
In a black and white setting, this story felt mostly gray to me.
The plot also left a lot to be desired. The mystery--if one was intended--was easily unraveled within a few pages, which drained a lot of tension from the book. Along with that, things were over-explained like the author was leading me to a specific understanding. I prefer to figure things out on my own. I think the tendency for religious authors is to preach a little bit or at least bring everything to a desired point, instead of allowing the reader to mull over an open-ended plot.
In a black and white setting, this story felt mostly gray to me.
Veils of Time: And the Groom Wore Tulle / The Con and the Crusader / A Bride Most Common / Conyn's Bride
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Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
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Review Date: 5/30/2010
Helpful Score: 1
A great read. Four different, clever, sweet romances. I'm sorry it ended!
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