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Title: Return to Grace

Author: Karen Harper

Narrator: Gracie Peters

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-13-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 59 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

In the shadows of a graveyard, a shot rings out.

Hannah Esh fled the Home Valley Amish community with a broken heart, throwing herself into her worldly dreams of a singing career instead. But as much as she tries to run from her past, something keeps pulling her back. On a whim, she brings four worldly friends to the Amish graveyard near her family's home for a midnight party on Halloween. But when shots are fired and one of her friends is killed, Hannah is pulled back into the world of her past.

The investigation into the shooting uncovers deep-buried secrets that shock the peaceful Amish village to its core. Determined to prove her value to the community she left behind, Hannah attempts to bridge two cultures, working closely with both handsome, arrogant FBI agent Linc Armstrong and her former betrothed, Seth Lantz, now widowed with a young daughter.

Caught between Seth and Linc, between old and new, Amish and worldly, Hannah must choose her future. Unless a killer, bent on secrecy, chooses it for her.

Members Reviews:

Tedius and predictable

The story is tedius and predictable. The narrator tries to imitate various voices but succeeds in being convincing in only a couple of the characters. I couldn't continue listening to. It had become annoying.

Same as before

Just as my opinion of the first book. Great story and plot but the narrator's vocal impressions of the characters was irritating.

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Title: The Pieces of Summer

Subtitle: The Discovery - A Lancaster County Saga

Author: Wanda E. Brunstetter

Narrator: Heather Henderson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-01-13

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Only months after losing her beloved husband, does Meredith dare accept help from another man...

Meredith Stoltzfus could never love anyone like she loved her husband, Luke. When a friend from her past stops by her home to offer a helping hand, Meredith hesitantly agrees. But deep down, she feels uneasy about it. How would it look to others, seeing Jonah around so often? Meanwhile, as a young, nameless man heals and regains strength in his body, his mind grasps at every image that flits across his memory, desperate to recall his former life....

Members Reviews:

Three Stars

she writes the same stuff over and iver

Five Stars

loved it

Sweet Series

Was a very sweet and tender series. I wish it would have been one book. They were each short stories and then you had to keep buying another book. I did like the characters was a nice read. Woukd have been a better read had it been one book.

"The Pieces of Summer"

I have the book and have read it but cannot remember all of the story.

As I said; "I recommend Wanda Brunstetter's book to everyone that I talk about books to.

I love the Amish People's way of life, it calms me to read about their life style and the way they work together, love one another and are faithful. There are parts that I don't understand and that is the shunning -- not speaking to their own family when they will forgive someone that has harmed one of their own.

Again; Wanda is one of my favorite writers.

Five Stars

Another great writing by Wanda!

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Title: The Sky Beneath My Feet

Author: Lisa Samson

Narrator: Rebecca Gallagher

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-05-13

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 19 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Being married to a saint isn't what it's cracked up to be. Beth's husband won't be joining the family on vacation at the beach this year. He's not even joining them in the house. Instead, Rick has holed up alone in the backyard shed. Nobody knows exactly what he's up to. Maybe he's immersing himself in prayer. Maybe he's lost his mind. Maybe he's even the modern-day prophet or the saint the neighborhood artist imagines him to be. But while "St. Rick" waits for an epiphany, Beth will have to figure out what to do with herself and their teenage sons, possibly for the rest of her life. What happens next is both uproarious and bittersweet: a peace march turns violent, her son is caught with drugs, and she embarks on an ambitious road trip that turns into something nearly surreal. Will Beth rediscover the idealistic woman she used to be, once upon a time? Can her marriage survive Rick's backyard vigil? Will anything ever be the same? And should it be?

Truthful, comic, heartbreaking, and magical in the very best sense of the word, The Sky Beneath My Feet gently tears the veil off our egos and expectations to reveal the throbbing, redemptive, and achingly beautiful life beyond and within us.

Critic Reviews:

"The Sky Beneath My Feet is bright but unassuming. The protagonist totally enchants both one's spirit and one's mind with her shrewd insights and gentle humility. This is Samson at her best!" (Phyllis Tickle, author of Emergence Christianity)

Members Reviews:

Christian fiction like it should be

I loved this book. So many Christian authors combine idealized characters with romance creating fantasy that is difficult to find in real life. In "The Sky Beneath My Feet," the characters have real doubts, have children who mess up, and real love where you stick with your spouse even when he's testing your limits. Read this one for fun and get inspired by the time you finish.

Sky beneath my feet

This book had some important messages, but overall this was not my kind of book. I found myself skimming just to get to the end. While I liked some of the characters, there were some that I didn't like. I had trouble understanding Beth and what she was searching for. I don't identify with drugs, drinking, and adultery.

5 star writing provoking 4 star reviews.

Lisa Samson can write. No question. But her stuff challenges the straight line faith and pokes my heart with a stick. I don't read her for her theology but when it's time to look at life differently; seeing people instead of causes (to borrow her words), or a larger variety of circumstances than contained within my world.

Her characters are usually a little cracked and off beat, but leave me wishing I could sit at the table for coffee and conversation with them! I truly think she evokes 4 star review averages simply because the story lines, characters, and depiction of faith are unsettlingly out of the ordinary.

keep it up, Lisa!

A good read

Not quite my cup of tea, but very well written. I think I may have missed the message, but it was still enjoyable. I recommend it.

Surprised me

I chose this book because I had just finished a book that was heavy and depressing. I wanted some light reading...

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Title: Operation Screwtape

Subtitle: The Art of Spiritual War

Author: Andrew Farley

Narrator: David Cochran Heath

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-15-13

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Know the enemy. Anticipate his attack.

Expert linguist Dr. Andrew Farley encounters a device containing thousands of archived files revealing a worldwide spiritual conspiracy. Operation Screwtape is the largest of these files and details the intelligent scheme to steal, kill, and destroy.

Critic Reviews:

"Operation Screwtape channels the creativity and wit of C. S. Lewis while introducing the brilliant insights Andrew Farley is already known for in his bestselling books. This book will entertain you, but it will also challenge you to awaken to some astounding realities that, apparently, the forces of darkness do anything to hide." (David Gregory, The New York Times best-selling author of Dinner with a Perfect Stranger)

"Andrew Farley's books have had a huge impact on my spiritual life, challenging me to live an authentic, grace-filled life. Operation Screwtape is his latest, most entertaining work yet. Once you start reading this book, you won't want to put it down!" (Bart Millard, lead singer for MercyMe)

Members Reviews:

action packed

it tells all truth but it was a little scary I'm not sure of why but overall it was awesome

Very insightful

This book opens our eyes to how satan disturbs and disrupts our lives, and the life and unity of the Body of Christ. How he keeps us trying to earn God's love and acceptance after it is already ours.

Amazing read!

Amazing and insightful for all children of our Heavenly Father to read thank you bless

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Title: Fatherless

Subtitle: Fatherless, Book 1

Author: James Dobson, Kurt Bruner

Narrator: Bernard Setaro Clark

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-15-13

Publisher: Hachette Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 88 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

The year is 2042, and a long-predicted tipping point has arrived. For the first time in human history, the economic pyramid has flipped: The feeble old now outnumber the vigorous young, and this untenable situation is intensifying a battle between competing cultural agendas. Reporter Julia Davidson - a formerly award-winning journalist seeking to revive a flagging career - is investigating the growing crisis, unaware that her activity makes her a pawn in an ominous conspiracy. Plagued by nightmares about her absent father, Julia finds herself drawn to the quiet strength of a man she meets at a friend's church. As the engrossing plot of Fatherless unfolds, Julia will face choices that pit professional success against personal survival in an increasingly uncertain and dangerous world.

In the dystopian tradition of books like 1984, Brave New World, and The Hunger Games, Fatherless vividly imagines a future in which present-day trends come to sinister fruition. The second and third books in the series, Childless and Godless, will follow at eight-month intervals.

Members Reviews:

Beware! Just Stops

I double checked looking for the 3rd file for this book, but there is none. It just stops! You get that "the book has been broken into parts to make the download faster" stuff, but there is no 3rd file to download???? There should be 3 of them. I am supposing three. But only 2 show up when I look for the book in my library.

Interesting although you have a nagging suspicion that someone is trying to make a point throughout. Also VERY drawn out. VERY.

Thought Provoking

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. Anyone interested in getting a glimpse into the future of the family needs to read this.

Have you listened to any of Bernard Setaro Clarks other performances before? How does this one compare?

no

Well written & narrated!

If you could sum up Fatherless in three words, what would they be?

It's my first real audiobook and it really helps kill the monotony when I drive to work and back in the slow traffic. The different voices for different characters were helpful.

Which character as performed by Bernard Setaro Clark was your favorite?

I like Kevin Tolbert's presentation of the facts and his proposals (chapter 16) which was simple to follow and realistic enough to believe.

Right For Our Times

Unfortunately, I think the writers are absolutely correct. And in light of the recent elections we see this kind of vitriol being played out on both sides of the aisle. This is, I'm afraid, where we are heading. Just started book 2.

Wow. That was a scary story!

Yikes! Unfortunately that story will probably come true in the next decade or so. It seems very realistic already. Wait! Let me put on my tin foil hat. I bet it is happening in Oregon.

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Title: The Trial of Fallen Angels

Author: James Kimmel Jr.

Narrator: Therese Plummer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-09-12

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Brek Cuttler has it all: a husband she loves, a daughter she adores, a successful law practice. And then one day everything she has ever known disappears. Brek finds herself standing on a deserted train platform, covered in blood. As she tries to comprehend what is happening to her, a man from her past approaches and explains that she has been chosen to join the elite team of lawyers charged with prosecuting and defending souls at the Final Judgment.

As Brek struggles to find her way back to her husband and daughter, she will discover that her first client holds the shocking secret of her fate. That seemingly disparate events during her life have conspired to bring her to a single moment in time that will determine her eternity. And that every act of kindness and cruelty sets in motion things beyond our wildest imaginations.

Members Reviews:

SPECTACULAR - PHENOMENAL

Would you listen to The Trial of Fallen Angels again? Why?

I will listen to this book again and probably again. The twists and turns of an neverending plot captured me and kept me intrigued throughout the entire book. Therese Plummer, once again, performs at her best.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Cutter's grandmother. She is true to nature the image of every grandmother. Continually nurturing and talking most gently in words of love.

Which scene was your favorite?

Best scene - ALL were heart wrenching

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes - I did listen to this book without interruption; well except to shower.

Any additional comments?

This book had so many characters and situations; so much drama and suspense. Therese Plummer did an outstanding narration and brought all the characters to life in true colors; male, female, child and those of age, so many different accents and foreign languages. Ms. Plummer is top notch in her field.

Wonderful! A new favorite with so many messages!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Trial of Fallen Angels to be better than the print version?

I did not read the print version, but listened to the UNabridged audio.

Which character as performed by Therese Plummer was your favorite?

Nana Bollini (sp?)

Who was the most memorable character of The Trial of Fallen Angels and why?

Brek Cutler

Any additional comments?

The Trial of Fallen Angels by James Kimmel Jr. is a wonderful read! I have read mixed reviews about the book, but I can say that it was easily one of the most moving things I have ever read! It is often compared in reviews to The Shack by William Young. I can see the reason for the comparisons. It is definitely fiction, but the fictional story depicts a modern-day example...parable, if you like...of life--the good and evil in each of us, the struggle we each have to balance love and forgiveness, the judgements we must make about our fellow man...and the judgements God must make on us. I don't want to spoil the message, but the book is deep. As with The Shack, it is not intended to be literal. It is merely intended to use a story to demonstrate what might be, in order to view the many sides of each story, each incident that makes up our lives, the reasons behind the choices we make. Ultimately, it's the story of the TRUE meaning of UNconditional love and justice. I recommend it highly.

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Title: Pray

Subtitle: The Revelation Chronicles

Author: John Prescott

Narrator: Wayne June

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-18-12

Publisher: John Prescott

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 137 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

The year is 2016, and America is no more. The United States, Canada, and Mexico now comprise a single, unified front to the world: the North American Union. Implanted ID chips are soon to become mandatory for every citizen of the NAU, and Trez Sleighton, a disgruntled ex-Army officer, takes to the mountains of Colorado to come to terms with the changing world-and his own hand in the whole mess.

Then sounds the trumpet.

Around the planet, people simply disappear.

In their wake, monsters of legend suddenly roam free to terrorize those who have been left behind. The legendary Nephilim, half-angels who struggle with their own demons, walk the earth in both darkness and light. The world's most beloved celebrity, movie star Samouel Gallo, comes forward to make a long-awaited announcement that might mean world peace-or world damnation.

Meanwhile, a handful of the remaining citizens of the NAU feel the call to go west. Stricken by the loss of their loved ones, alienated by the inhumanity that has consumed their cities, these select few are moved by an inexplicable impulse to converge on a small town tucked away in the Rocky Mountains... a town most of them have never even heard about. As their paths turn toward Shaleford, CO, where Trez is struggling to understand an apocalyptic truth, the rest of the world waits to hear what tidings Samouel Gallo will bring. Is he the man of legend-a Bringer of Peace? Is he the archenemy of old? Is he... the Antichrist?

Open the pages of Pray and journey with those who set out to fight for their salvation as the world races to its horrific conclusion.

The Book of Revelation just got scarier.

Members Reviews:

The Adult Version of Left Behind

John has put out a very good piece of work here. I would not say it was better than Left Behind, but it is at least as good. It has a darker feel and seems to me to be written for adults. I enjoyed this from start to finish and would recommend it to anyone that likes works relating to the Book of Revelations.

I think John has taken several liberties with the Biblical writings and attempts to explain it away through one small passage. In the book there are werwolves, and vampires that hunt God's people. Werewolves and Vampires were never mentioned in the Bible. John takes the position that God had instructed the writer not to record some of what he saw, and it was during this time that the writer observed the monsters. John took a huge leap with the Worlds church. The leader was taken from the priests in the Vatican. The anti christ then turns this priest into a Vampire. This vampire and many others have to feed all of the time during the book. The evil is shone to be present during this portion of the rapture. The Bible states that there will be no outward sign of the evil until after the anti christ has risen from the dead. That is the second really good thing about the book, it leaves room for speculation and debate.

awesome

What did you love best about Pray?

the storyline, the characters. the reader really sold this book, he made it exciting

What did you like best about this story?

making revelation come alive.

What about Wayne Junes performance did you like?

He is an excellent reader, so dramatic.

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Title: The River

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Michael Neale

Narrator: Michael Neale

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-18-12

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

"You were made for The River...."

Gabriel Clarke is mysteriously drawn to The River, a ribbon of frothy white water carving its way through steep canyons high in the Colorado Rockies. The rushing waters beckon him to experience freedom and adventure. But something holds him back - the memory of the terrible event he witnessed on The River when he was just five years old. It was something no child should ever see. Chains of fear and resentment imprison Gabriel, keeping him from discovering the treasures of The River. He remains trapped, afraid to take hold of the life awaiting him.

When he returns to The River after years away, his heart knows he is finally home. His destiny is within reach. Claiming that destiny will be the hardest - and bravest - thing he has ever done.

Members Reviews:

Thank you.

This book is amazing, got all these emotions that comes through this book. I cried, I laughed, felt rage. And in the end, he found his path. He overcame fears and found the love and passion in places that I wouldn't have thought that couldn't be real. Thank you so much.

Great story

What made the experience of listening to The River the most enjoyable?

The emotion.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gabriel because he is such a lovable person.

Which scene was your favorite?

The fishing scene.

Who was the most memorable character of The River and why?

Gabriel and his parents relationship is admirable.

Any additional comments?

Great story, however not much Christian base.

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Title: A Heartbeat Away

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Harry Kraus

Narrator: Renee Ertl

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-14-12

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Dr. Tori Taylor rules the operating room with a cold precision that makes nurses cower and her colleagues take notes. But even with her success as a respected surgeon, Tori finds herself alone in her moment of desperation - dying on her own operating table. Tori needs a heart transplant, but what she receives is far more than just a donor organ. Lying loveless and friendless in the recovery room, Tori experiences flashes of terrifying events she never witnessed.

Soon she leaves her controlled world and starts investigating a homicide only she believes happened. Is she hallucinating? Or will someone believe her in time to stop a murderer from killing again?

Members Reviews:

Many Layered Story of Faith and Healing

Rarely do I come across a book which combines medicine with faith. A Heartbeat Away is an excellent story of young surgeon, Dr. Tory Taylor's rise to fame as a top cancer surgeon, whose patients love her . . . and whose medical colleagues abhor. Dr. Taylor's treatment of the nurses and medical staff attending her patients has been demeaning, harsh and unprofessional. So much so that she has been placed on administrative leave. Following a virus that has ravaged her heart, Tory has to have a heart transplant, putting her on the receiving end of medical care. She is horrified that the nurses dread to care for her or even help her to the bathroom. Following her transplant, Tory begins a journey that will ultimately change her life . . . humbling, guiding, discovering . . . remembering . . . not only her own memories, but those of the person who gave her a new heart. This is an amazing story . . . mystery, faith, love and more. Can't wait to check out more of Harry Kraus' books.

Loved the story, but...

What did you like best about this story?

The story line was captivating. The mystery kept me guessing!

How could the performance have been better?

The narrator sounds like a 12 year old... Well, maybe 16. But she certainly didn't have the voice of a mature oncology surgeon. I found this VERY distracting!

Good but difficult to follow

Love the medical aspect of this book and the organ donor subject. There were a lot of scenario's packed into this book so at times it made it hard to follow. At times almost unbelievable but I suppose that is why it is labeled fiction.

I have read other books by this author and am actually reading another one now.

The narrator was average not one that cross character gender easily.

This is a good book I am just very stingy with my 5 stars.

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Title: The Kingdom

Subtitle: Chiveis Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Bryan M. Litfin

Narrator: Ray Porter

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-10-12

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 126 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

In books 1 and 2 of the Chiveis Trilogy, The Sword and The Gift, Teo and Ana find the Old and New Testaments, which had been lost for centuries. Their discoveries lead to new friendships and renewed faith within a small band of men and women working to spread the knowledge of the one true God. But now an ancient pact has united enemies of the Christian faith. Through the discovery of a powerful military technology, this dark alliance now threatens to consume the known world. Teo and Ana learn of the nefarious plot, and against overwhelming odds race to stay one step ahead of their enemies, traversing stormy seas, dangerous cities, and smoldering volcanoes. As armies begin to mass for a final battle, the odds seem to favor the forces of evil, and Teo and Ana will have to fight for faith when all hope has been lost.

In the final book of the Chiveis Trilogy, Litfin takes listeners on a journey filled with peril, faraway lands, and adventure. Men and women alike will enjoy the fast-paced narrative, imaginative plot, and vivid descriptions of this master storyteller.

Members Reviews:

The Kingdom: Chiveis Trilogy, Book 3

This is a GREAT book. It is Christian fiction at the highest level! I'm not really fond of fantasy novels and I chose this book because of the good reviews, nevertheless, it deserves the 5 star rating. It is fast paced and full! I especially like the way the author handled situations in relationships which could have turned out to be compromising. I think teenagers as well as adults will enjoy this volume.

Enjoyable, but

Would you try another book from Bryan M. Litfin and/or Ray Porter?

Yes, I really liked the first two books. This book was not as good but the closure of the story was needed.

Would you recommend The Kingdom to your friends? Why or why not?

I have recommended the series. So yes I would recommend the Kingdom. With the notice it isn't as good as the rest.

Have you listened to any of Ray Porters other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes. the first 2 books in the serires

Did The Kingdom inspire you to do anything?

I have started getting books of the same theme and story line. Religious, Apocalyptic, thought provoking. personal evaluation...

Any additional comments?

With the world going down the path it is going this series hits really close to the soul.

Intricate storyline with dynamic characters

The third instalment of the Chiveis Trilogy continues the exciting adventures of Ana and Teo in their quest to bring the Good News to their homeland. I appreciated how the author spun seemingly unimportant details in previous books to add significance to the storyline. This tying up of loose ends made for a satisfying resolution. This novel is enhanced through the narrator's on-point performance.

On a personal note, following the main characters struggle to achieve what I have always taken for granted, such as freedom of religion and an abundance of biblical resources, caused me to reevaluate my blessings and be reinvigorated in my faith.

motivating,

The book was well written and help my attention though I did not love all the references to alcohol. There was too much of that. Had I been struggling to get out of alcoholism, this would have been a stumbling block for me. that being said I lived the characters, ' discipline to abstain and listen to the Lord.