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Title: Choices

Author: James Willcox

Narrator: John Lord

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-22-10

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Does God really give us the freedom to make our own choices? This is the fundamental question explored in James Willcox's exciting new novel, Choices.

Even though Jim and Rick are lifelong friends, their lives have taken very different paths. Jim, as a devout Christian and follower of God, has spent countless hours trying to lead his best friend down the path to salvation. When Jim and Rick are involved in a terrible accident, the depth of Jim's faithas well as the depth of his love for his friendwill be put to the ultimate test.

Jim and Rick see and experience many incredible things as they discover that which awaits believers and nonbelievers alike. Follow these two friends as they realize the eternal consequences of their Choices. James Willcox has uniquely penned a story of intrigue, mystery, and love that will captivate your heart for years to come. Hopefully, even for eternity.Rich Lotts, Lead Pastor, The Compass Church

Members Reviews:

Two Stars

This is a poor phylosophical veiw re: Dante's inferno. Depressing if you are a christain, far-fetched for anyone.

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Title: Peace

Subtitle: Principalities & Powers, Book 1

Author: Jeff Nesbit

Narrator: Robertson Dean

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-01-10

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Its the most dangerous of chess moves and a race against the clock. Iran sprints to the nuclear finish line. Israeli attack fighters head toward the border of Iran. As leaders struggle to confront the threat, the world holds its breath. Will principalities and powers and the salt of the earth - great and small - be able to intervene before events spin out of control?

Nash Lee, an NGO entrepreneur, is determined to make a difference through his worldwide mVillage network. Kim Grace, a nuclear scientist imprisoned in North Koreas secret Camp 16, knows the truth about the devastating technology she helped develop. Anshel Gould, the brilliant chief of staff at the White House, has created a radical peace plan based on the long-forgotten UN proposal for Palestine after the Second World War. But is there a way to stop what seems unstoppable? What Iran, Israel, North Korea, and other earthly principalities and powers decide next could lead to global confrontation.

Members Reviews:

This deserves 6 stars!

This is an excellent book! Superior writing, loaded with great characters, and the narration is excellent! I look forward to reading the next book in the series soon!

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Title: Homeless

Author: Elsie Schmied Knoke

Narrator: Beverly Bremers, Tim Simmons

Format: Unabridged

Length: 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-30-10

Publisher: Mind Wings Audio

Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Myrtle is still learning the ropes as a homeless person with the help of her new friend, Gladys. They barely manage to find enough to eat, and their odds of surviving the winter are not good - until they unexpectedly meet someone who offers a ray of hope. When he invites Myrtle and her friend into his home, where he lives with two other formerly homeless men, Myrtle begins discovering the words home and family can have many different meanings.

Editorial Reviews:

Homeless people live in an acute state of loss and deprivation. They are vulnerable to many dangers. And the road back to finding permanent shelter is expensive and riddled with bureaucratic obstacles. These grim realities are softened by the hopeful, tender version of life found in the novella Homeless. Author Elsie Knoke tells the story of Myrtle and her friend Gladys. These two homeless friends work to survive hunger and the impending winter. Both are saved when a kind man opens his home to them, a home he already shares with two other formerly homeless men. Myrtles sadness is replaced by gratitude as she relearns the meaning of belonging. Co-narrators Beverly Bremers and Tim Simmons bring Myrtle and her rescuer to life with sensitivity.

Members Reviews:

Fable

I've working with the homeless for 20 years; this book is very simplistic and childish. The author needs to speak with REAL homeless individuals not figments of her imagination.

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Title: Ships of Song

Subtitle: A Parable of Ascension

Author: Patricia Walsh, Stanley Walsh

Narrator: Cicely Mitchell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-10-10

Publisher: Big Happy Family, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

An epic adventure, Ships of Song, A Parable of Ascension, explores the holographic nature of humanity, integrating science, religion, philosophy, and fantasy into a cinematic view of human existence. It reveals the intricate tapestry of a loving universe, which orchestrates the delicate dance of oneness with All That Is, offering hope for a brighter future and the realization that we are not alone in the universe.

The setting for the Ships of Song is deep within the North Carolina mountains at a date in the not too distant future. The earth has been experiencing violent environmental changes, creating a fragile ecosystem and the collapse of the country's infrastructure. Elizabeth, the main character, is overwhelmed by the lack of food and the pending winter. She struggles between hope and despair, wondering what will become of her, her husband, John, and the 150 refugees who have gathered in their once tranquil valley. The story occurs in a single day, with Elizabeth feeling she is called to "witness" the rising sun from the pinnacle high above the community.

During her vigil, she is unaware that she is whisked away between heartbeats to a place beyond time and space. She thought-walks and "witnesses" the moment of creation, the exploration of the universe, the inhabitation of Earth, their entrapment in consciousness, and the long evolutionary process back to humanity's origins, which culminates that night in the evening sky. Her day, which began in the fitful sleep of one unable to resolve her life, emerges into a day interspersed with a sense of mystery, magic, and hope.

Critic Reviews:

"A powerful message of love and hope." (James Redfield, author of The Celestine Prophecy)

Members Reviews:

A thoroughly Enjoyable and Timely Read.

Patrica and Stanley Walsh-Haluska's "Ships of Song" is perfect for those who wonder why we are here on planet earth (The Third Dimension).

The answer: "Raising third dimensional consciousness to the awareness of All That IS was not their penance - but their destiny." (p.84).

And so it is for all of us.

It touches the heart,where Ascension begins

Patricia and Stanley have created a beautiful story of life and love, offering many inspiring possible answers to humankind's many mysteries. Is this a big part of the UFO or alien mystery? Of the origins of our existence? How comforting and uplifting to read this book and feel its love and sincerity. It is such a pleasure to find it written so well, a treat to all the senses, I savored every paragraph. A few years ago I "dreamed" I was on a ship with people whom I loved and was so ecstatic at the reunion after so long apart from them. I cried out to stay, not to be made to return to earth. This dream haunted me for days and I remember it vividly to this day. For me, Ships of Song spoke directly to my heart, urging me to remember more......the oneness of All That Is.

A feast for the mind and spirit!

Ships of Song is a feast for the mind and spirit. The authors, Patricia and Stanley Walsh-Haluska, have created characters who connect us to ourselves and who remind us to listen to the still, small voice singing inside each of us. This novel is a work of fiction yet it resonates of universal truth.

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Title: Curse God and Die

Subtitle: Four Possible Reasons for the Words of Job's Wife

Author: Dave Hartmann

Narrator: Melissa Madole

Format: Abridged

Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-20-10

Publisher: Tate Publishing

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

What if you were known only for one negative statement? In Curse God and Die, Dave Hartmann takes a compassionate look at Job's wife in an attempt to understand her suggestion to Job to "Curse God and die!" Words taken out of context can seem much harsher than they really are, so why couldn't that be the case for this biblical woman? She experienced all the losses Job did, yet, while his thoughts are thoroughly described, her feelings are reduced to one statement, by which Bible readers have condemned her to infamy. Listen to this intriguing portrayal of what could have led up to these words.

Members Reviews:

Insightful and creative examination of a misunderstood lady

The Book of Job is one of the most inspiring, yet also the most frustrating in Scripture. Readers of the enthralling account of an upright man forced to undergo incomprehensible tragedies makes us all contemplate how we ourselves would react. Although God's Word gives us ample answers to Job's reactions, we are given very little insight into the reactions of his wife. Was she, as many people have postulated, an evil woman? Or, could she have been a complex woman wracked with pain? Could Job's wife's entreaty for her husband to "curse God and die" have been a desperate attempt on her part to end his pain because of her love for him?

In "Curse God and Die: Four Possible Reasons for the Words of Job's Wife," author Dave Hartmann delves into the character of a woman remembered only for one negative statement. The author skilfully and creatively portrays Job's wife in four possible ways: "The Compassionate Wife," "The Frustrated Wife," "The Self-Centered Wife," and "The Possessed Wife." Each personality gets to tell the story as if we, the reader, were getting a glimpse at diary entries. This approach is very intriguing, and the narrative flows smoothly. I was especially intrigued by "The Possessed Wife" chapter, because it raises the possibility that maybe Satan took control of Job's wife to further shake the foundation of Job's faith. I don't know if this fact is probable or not since, in this chapter, Job's wife gradually becomes aware of the posession and cannot stop it. However, the premise is certainly worth considering. I relate strongest with "The Frustrated Wife" chapter, because it is the most probable scenario. Job's wife was not a wicked woman, she, like each and everyone of us, was simply weak. Even Job grows doubtful as his suffering continues.

I did feel that the examination of Job's conversations with his three supposed friends, (Elephaz, Bildad, and Zophor), dragged a little at times. However, this is simply my opinion and a very minor complaint.

Interspersed at the end of each chapter is a small section called "Satan's Perspective." These tidbits are very interesting as they portray Satan's bewilderment at Job's continuous refusal to curse God. The author also has Satan explain how Job's wife's reactions were meant to ensnare Job, and how each tactic failed.

The audio version of this book is read very well by Melissa Madole. Do not look for excessive accents or overdramatic narration. The narrators style is simple yet effective. Please give this wonderful book a chance.

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Title: Lucky Baby

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Meredith Efken

Narrator: Cassandra Campbell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-13-10

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Meg Lindsay has everything a woman could want except happiness. Can an adopted Chinese child bring her what she lacks?

All her life, Meg Lindsay's mother told her what a disappointment she was. Try as she might, Meg never measured up, and the emotional bruises still hurt as an adult. In Meg's opinion, no one could be a worse mother than the woman who gave birth to her - that is, until Meg has a child of her own to care for.

Two young girls lived in an orphanage in China. Unwanted because of a deformity and the lack of family registry, Little Zhen An was destined to spend her childhood in the orphanage. Her only friend was a slightly older blind girl, Wen Ming.

After Meg and her husband, Lewis, adopt one of the girls, Meg's love for her new daughter grows daily, but the tension, fear, and uncertainty of motherhood drive Meg to the brink of despair. Fearing that she is becoming the kind of mother she hates, she fights circumstance, rebellion, a loving but at times tense marriage, setbacks, and the native selfishness that lives in all of us.

Meg's journey is a magical one as East meets West and as imagination aligns with reality. Lucky Baby spans the world, bridges the gap between heart and soul, and shows that the greatest power on Earth is forgiveness.

Members Reviews:

Beautifully written!

I enjoyed Lucky Baby very much. The author is wonderful with her moving descriptions of feelings and emotion. The story was both heart-breaking and heart-warming. Excellent!

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Title: My Name Is Russell Fink

Author: Michael Snyder

Narrator: Adam Black

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-29-10

Publisher: Zondervan

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Russell Fink is 26 years old and determined to salvage a job he hates so he can finally move out of his parents house for good. He's convinced he gave his twin sister cancer when they were nine years old. And his crazy fiancée refuses to accept the fact that their engagement really is over.

Then Sonny, his allegedly clairvoyant basset hound, is found murdered.

The ensuing amateur investigation forces Russell to confront several things at oncethe enormity of his family's dysfunction, the guy stalking his family, and his long-buried feelings for a most peculiar love interest.

At its heart, My Name Is Russell Fink is a comedy, with sharp dialogue, characters steeped in authenticity, romance, suspense, and fresh humor. With a postmodern style similar to Nick Hornby and Douglas Coupland, the author explores reconciliation, forgiveness, and faith in the midst of tragedy. No amount of neurosis or dysfunction can derail God's redemptive purposes.

Members Reviews:

I give up

I gave up. At about 23% read, I so disliked all of the characters in the book that I just didn't want to hear any more. i found myself skipping over just about all of Russel's drivel hoping something interesting was going to happen and he'd quit talking about himself. The only character that was vaguely interesting was the dog who, according to the book blurb is going to die. That didn't give me incentive to continue.

quirky but feel good story - 3.5/5 stars

Twenty-six year old Russell Fink, the neurotic protagonist of this novel is a character reader's will not easily forget. He sells office supplies, a job he hates, lives with his alcoholic mother and televangelist father who he also has issues with. He also has a brother, a gambler, who he allows to take advantage of him. Oh, and he has an (ex) fiancee who is a piece of work as well.

The faithful, love of Russell's life is Sonny, an elderly Bassett Hound who is fond of vodka-dipped dog biscuits, and just might be a tad clairvoyant. When Sonny ends up dead, Russell is certain he's been murdered and he's determined to find Sonny's killer.

If this book sounds a bit over the top, it really is. Russell carries a lot of baggage and guilt. He fears that he was the reason his young sister died of cancer when they were small, and he's sure he'll leave this earth the same way his sister did.

A funny, yet feel good debut novel, I found myself both laughing and rooting for Russell Fink, a lost soul who is just trying to find his place in the world. I enjoyed Russell's journey of self-discovery, but the ending just seemed a bit too rushed. Still a fun read overall. Readers who need a good laugh, and enjoy quirky characters and family dysfunction might enjoy this one as well.

I was surprised to read, after finishing this book that Zondervan is a Christian Publishing group and a subsidiary of Harper Collins. Other than the fact Russell's father was a televangelist, this book did not feel at all preachy.

3.5/5 stars

Fink's life is a train wreck you can't stop reading.

Russell Fink sucks at life. He sucks at his job. He sucks at relationships. His life is a train wreck that you can't stop watching (or reading).

Have you ever had "one of those days"? That pretty much sums up Fink's life - one of those days that just keeps going on and on and on.

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Title: Symphony of Secrets

Author: Sharon Hinck

Narrator: Christina Moore

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-28-10

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Award-winning novelist Sharon Hinck - CBA best-selling author of Renovating Becky Miller - populates her humorous faith-based stories with authentic characters who struggle with the ups-and-downs of everyday life.

When Amy Johnson drops out of Juilliard to raise her newborn daughter, she never dreams she'll have a second chance to become a concert flutist. For the last 15 years, teaching has provided for the needs of Amy and her daughter Clara. Then a rare opportunity presents itself, and the talented single mom wins the open flute chair in the Minneapolis Symphony. But when Clara suddenly develops a strong interest in cheerleading and church and mysterious mishaps threaten the orchestra's viability, her dream job and her relationship with her teenage daughter - and the dashing conductor - may be in jeopardy.

Members Reviews:

Symphony of Secrets--An outstanding read

Sharon Hinck is a writer who does not disappoint. Symphony of Secrets is a delightful read; characters so real you know you've met them on the street somewhere or in your own home, with issues all can relate to, written with love and tendernesss for their foibles, and wonderful humor hits. Ms. Hinck is a master of her craft.Symphony of Secrets: A Novel

Excellent

Another great novel from storyteller Sharon Hinck. Loved it, kept me up reading to the wee hours of the morning.

Demeaning to musicians

Sadly, as a flutist I found this book demeaning to musicians. While the author had a working knowledge of music terminology, the lead character's dialogue is fairly juvenile. But it is the insinuation that an orchestral musician would not stoop to, or be fulfilled by, teaching a young student that I find particularly offensive. Please, readers, be aware that most musicians are not this elitist. We enjoy teaching as well as performing, and not simply to supplement our salaries. This book does a huge disservice to music teachers who also perform.

symphony of secrets: a novel

I appreciate Sharon Hinck's writing style, and was glad to see God's involvement in the lives of the people. Also, I live in White Bear Lake, MN and Sharon referred to places in my community.

Experience the passion of music even if you're tone deaf

Another outstanding book by Sharon Hinck, proving once again that she is an extremely versatile writer. This one is set in a modern-day symphony. Just as Amy, an aspiring flutist, gets her big chance, strange attacks threaten a fellow musician and the entire symphony. Amy is determined to solve the mystery, but - well, let's just say that she plays flute better than she solves crimes. As if there isn't enough upheaval in Amy's life, her teenage-daughter provides even more.

I have no music background, but it was easy to relate to both the setting and characters. They are, oh, so real - never stereotypical. Ms. Hinck's ability to convey the driving passions of her characters had me soaring with the music whenever Amy picked up a flute. A delightful and diverting read.

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Title: Turning the Paige

Author: Laura Jensen Walker

Narrator: Allison Moffett

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-20-10

Publisher: Zondervan

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Paige Kelley feels caught in-between. Still working her temp job, grieving her divorce, and longing for children, shes dutifully put her dreams on hold to care for her ailing, widowed mother. Prompted by friends in her Getaway Girls book club, Paige finally begins to break free, discovering that Gods plan for her promises more than she ever imagined.

Members Reviews:

Much better than the first book

It revisits the characters found in the last book and it does not appear as though much time has passed - maybe a month or two - since then.

I think that this book was much better than the last one, showing that the author is growing. I think that Paige is relatable character with issues that many of us have faced.

There is a trip at the end of the book, but I think the author learned from her first book and shortened it up quite a bit.

Get away with the Getaway Girls!!

What a book! Love it! Laura writes about a situation many find themselves in- caring for an elderly parent, but adds the issue of singleness (divorced) and wanting a family into Paige's emotional mix. She wants to live her life, but feels she has no choice but to take care of her mother. I laughed and cried along with Paige, and marveled at the scenery in Scotland. Paige learned about friendship, family, and faith, and so did I. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Enjoyed.

Very enlightened story about our strength and faith. Enjoyed.

A fun series

A must read for the summer on the beach.

Must have the full series before starting so no interruptions in the stories.

Awesome book

I love reading books by Laura Jensen Walker! This is a great book series also! A must buy and read!

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Title: Return Policy

Author: Michael Snyder

Narrator: S. A. Rogers, Rebecca Rogers, Raymond Scully

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-04-10

Publisher: Zondervan

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Meet Willy Finneran, washed-up genre novelist with an espresso maker that just won't die. Ozena Webb, customer service rep and single mother of a mentally handicapped 12-year-old boy. And Shaq, the homeless man who believes he's Everyman.... Here is a brilliant and poignant novel from the author of My Name Is Russell Fink.

Members Reviews:

Healing the Brokenness

Michael Snyder tells a story of brokenness and healing, and he does it with grace, with sensitivity and, surprisingly for this first-time reader of his work, with humor.

His novel "Return Policy" is the story of three broken people, each searching for wholeness and healing. Willy is a writer and college teacher, who can't deal with his wife's abandonment from years before and spends time trying to destroy what belonged to her, like the espresso maker, while he desperately misses her. Ozeena, a customer representative at the espresso maker manufacturer, was abandoned years earlier by her husband after he allowed their child to almost drown in the bathtub; she struggles to raise her brain-damaged son and competes for a promotion at work. And Shaq, a homeless man with large gaps in his memory (large as in almost total), is searching for his wife Patrice and searching for what is missing from his mind while almost fearing he's going to find it.

Each of the three successively narrates the story. And as they do, the reader comes to understand that there is more here to these broken lives than is immediately apparent, that the individual stories are converging in ways both expected and unexpected.

The novel in the hands of a less skilled writer could have easily decayed into a depressing or angry polemic about homelessness or personal responsibility. But Snyder avoids that, largely through the use of humor and skillfully creating characters who are recognizably human and individual. The settings play a similar role: Willy's house, a place haunted by memories and loss, is adroitly juxtaposed with the homeless shelter where Willy must live and work, a place where memories and loss go to live, while Ozeena's workplace, which teems with ambition, contrasts with the apartment where she lives with her son, a place where the only ambition is to win board games.

"Return Policy" is about healing broken lives, and about faith, hope and love. And the greatest of these is love.

Real Life - Real People - Real Good

I'm more of a plot-driven, speculative fiction type reader. But I enjoyed Mike Snyder's first novel and thought I'd give Return Policy a look. I'm glad I did.

Intriguing characters with quirks, brokenness and baggage tell the story from their own points of view. And what they see isn't always what's real, but that's real life. Our own viewpoint often skews the truth, one way or the other.

This author can take the mundane parts of life and turn them into great fiction, and he can make you care about (im)perfect strangers.